But then Elijah meets Julia, and soon the brothers aren’t together nearly as much. So what better way to repair their broken relationship than to trick them into taking a trip to Italy together? Soon, though, their parents’ perfect solution has become Danny and Elijah’s nightmare as they’re forced to spend countless hours together.

“Sixteen-year-old Elijah is completely mellow and his 23-year-old brother Danny is completely not, so it’s no wonder they can barely tolerate one another. It’s not my favorite book but is definitely worth a try.Published by Harper Collins on July 12th 2005 I enjoyed the setting and the descriptions of Italy and it’s attractions. There isn’t much of a back story on any of the characters but you get to learn a bit about them.Īre We There Yet is a quick read. It’s interesting but doesn’t always do the story its justice. The story is told from a third person point of view. If that bugs you, steer clear. It’s overall plot is a bit dry. There are some using and mentions of drugs in this book. Read the book to find out what he chooses! He can either honor his relationship with his brother or follow his heart. Julia’s unsure about her feelings and Danny is forced to make a decision. When Elijah meets Julia, Danny is cast off, and the brothers are separated once again. When their parents send them off on a trip to Italy, they’re forced to spend countless hours together. He’s hardworking and successful. Elijah is 16 and still in High School. And there is the alone of being with a particular person and realizing you are still alone.”Īre We There Yet is a story about two brothers named Danny and Elijah. There is the alone of missing a particular person. There is the alone of being caught in a throng of people. There is the alone of an empty hotel room. There is the alone of an empty beach at twilight. “Although it is such a singular word, there are many variations of alone. Let me know if you’ve read the book or plan to after reading this review!

It’s not a well-known book but is still in the teen genre. Today I am going to finally be doing a review of Are We There Yet By David Levithan. Hey everyone! It’s the beginning of the work week! I’m still in school and am on winter break.

Are We There Yet? by David Levithan