BookWormin'

I finally got around to reading Wonder by R. J. Palacio , and let me tell you, it is such a wonderful book (pun intended).  The main character, August aka Auggie, is endearing and honest and through his eyes we see a lot and understand a lot about the world we live in.  We also get to experience the story through the point of view of multiple characters - not just Auggie, but also his sister, her ex-best friend, Auggie's best friend, Auggie's sister's boyfriend, and a few more friends.  They're all connected by Auggie, and each new perspective tells us more about the character speaking but also more about August himself and how different people perceive him. Image from target.com Really, that's what the story is all about.  The way so many different people see one person, and all the thoughts that interconnect and overlap, crossing one way and doubling back.  We see the nitty-gritty details and feelings when someone first notices Auggie's facial deformity

Have you ever felt as if you were in need of a miracle?  The Soria family of Bicho Raro, Colorado, can grant you one.  Or, half of one, at least.  The first miracle is performed by the Saint of the family. This is the miracle that reveals your inner darkness.  The second miracle is one only you can perform - understanding the darkness and banishing it.  Pilgrims visit Bicho Raro all the time to have a miracle performed.  Unfortunately, many of them are stuck in Bicho Raro, unable to leave before the second miracle, yet unable to solve their darkness. Photo credit is mine Here is a thing the Soria family wants: for the pilgrims to perform their miracle and move on.  Here is a thing the Soria family cannot do: interfere with the second miracle.  Any Soria who interferes with the second miracle in any way immediately falls prey to their inner darkness.  For safety's sake, the family stays away from the pilgrims, providing them with shelter and necessities and nothing else.  This