Books like A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle

First published in 1962, Madeleine L’Engle’s A Wrinkle in Time is a classic children’s science‑fiction/fantasy novel that follows the young siblings Meg and Charles Murry. Their father disappears while researching a tesseract, and the children embark on an interdimensional journey to rescue him. Along the way they meet a mysterious boy, “Mr. M” and a trio of celestial beings who guide them through the moral challenges of good and evil. The story’s imaginative blend of time travel, celestial science, and a strong Victorian‑style family narrative earned it the G. K. Chesterton “Newbery Medal” in 1963 and other accolades such as the Sequoyah Book Award and Lewis Carroll Shelf Award. It has remained popular for its exploration of friendship, responsibility, and the search for truth. The book’s appeal spans ages 10‑14 and it is frequently read by middle‑school groups for its clear prose, high‑stakes adventure, and accessible yet thoughtful treatment of the ethical aspects of scientific discovery and family responsibility.

First publish date: 1962