Wonder by R.J. Palacio

BOOK SUMMARY

Auggie Pullman was born with a rare genetic condition called mandibulofacial dysostosis, which causes severe facial deformities. Due to his condition, Auggie has undergone numerous surgeries and has been homeschooled by his mother, Isabel, up until the start of the fifth grade. As Auggie prepares to leave his familiar, protected environment and enter Beecher Prep, a private middle school, he is filled with anxiety and uncertainty about how his classmates will react to his appearance.

ABOUT THE BOOK

"Wonder" is a young adult novel written by R.J. Palacio. It was first published in 2012 and quickly became a bestseller. The book is widely praised for its heartwarming story, uplifting themes, and the message it conveys about the importance of kindness, empathy, and acceptance.