Wonder – A Book Review

This review is about the bestselling book ‘Wonder’ by author Raquel J. ‘Wonder’ takes place at Beecher Prep School where a 10-year-old boy named August is placed. The school is new to him. He has to face struggles and try to earn friendships. The problem is that August isn’t an ordinary kid; he has had 27 surgeries in the past to try and correct his facial deformities. He doesn’t look like the average kid, which means he struggles even more to fit in.

I think it is a very well written book with great unexpected plot twists. I love the way the story unfolds. The plot is very well thought out. Unlike some books that are set in a school, ‘Wonder’ actually has things going on other than children gossiping about who’s popular and who isn’t. Things like Daisy, August’s dog dying, or a class trip disaster. Both prove that the author of ‘Wonder’ thinks outside the box. Another reason why the book is different, is that events are told from several points of view. Characters that play big parts in the plot, such as Jack, August and his sister Via, get to tell their version of the story.

I also enjoyed this book because the setting and events are relatable. Many of us can’t relate to having a cleft palate or multiple facial surgeries. However, most kids experience things like bullying, peer pressure and other socially related things like August faces. This book can help kids deal with similar experiences they may be struggling with.

I give this book a five-star rating, because the plot is very well thought out, it shows different points of view, and it is relatable to young people. In my opinion, people of all ages can enjoy this book.