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Wonder by R. J. Palacio

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By R. J. Palacio

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Born with a severe facial difference, Auggie has been home-schooled by his parents his whole life.

Now, for the first time, he’s being sent to a real school – and he’s dreading it. All he wants is to be accepted – but can he convince his new classmates that he’s just like them, underneath it all?

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Reviews

08 Oct 2025

Lovely story about diversity, knowing that it's ok to be different and perseverance.

26 Sep 2025

Yes it is a wonderful book on the boy and his journey

31 Aug 2025

I really enjoyed this book because it was so heartfelt. It also really put me in the main character's perspective, and I loved the fact that each new chapter was in someone else's perspective and writing style. I think I liked August's [The main character's] sister Via the most because she was so kind and thoughtful. I would reccomend this book to all people looking for a book that would impact the way they look at life.

26 Aug 2025

Wonder is about Auggie, a boy with a different face who goes to school for the first time. Some kids are mean, but he also finds real friends. It is a kind, funny, and sad story that teaches us to be brave and always choose kindness. I loved it because it made me feel happy and thoughtful.

26 Aug 2025

In this book I can feel how Auggie felt being teased, stared and laughed at. I was quite sorry for him. After reading this book I felt that I have to be better to people like Auggie.

25 Aug 2025

I didn't enjoy it as much because some parts were inappropriate, but overall the book was okay.

21 Aug 2025

I liked this book and it made me think reading parts of the story from Augusts' perspective.

11 Aug 2025

This book, is by far one of my favourite books I've ever read. My favourite character was probably Jack Will (or Via).I would obviously recommend this wonder full book to someone else

01 Aug 2025

I loved it.
It teaches people to be content with who they are and I hope everyone does just that.
I would recommend it to my friend.

29 Jul 2025

It was a powerful story about a boy with facial differences who overcame his bullies with a few friends! I would recommend it to my brother, and my favourite character was Summer!

28 Jul 2025

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27 Jul 2025

A heartwarming story of acceptance and dejection, WONDER has the power to change minds in a matter of pages.

20 Jul 2025

I loved it because it made me emotional and because I loved how different people we’re talking in different times of the book

07 Jul 2025

i like this because it show all different perceptive and it really good i would recommend Lottie brooks

03 Jul 2025

Auggie is a fantastic character who, despite his difficulties, finds friends and independence in a wonderful story.

29 Jan 2025

Brilliant story of Auggie's inspiring experiences.
Altho it may be fiction, it is inspiring, and emotional...

25 Jan 2025

I feel like it talks about real life but in an interesting way.

17 Jan 2025

I read this book more than 5 years ago but I vividly remember how easy it was to get into the story and the sympathy I felt not just for the main characters but also for those around him. It was especially interesting to see how some of them grew in their perspective and how getting to really know Auggie made them realise that appearances can be deceptive and that "what is essential is invisible to the eye".

17 Oct 2024

I read this in advance of teaching it in year 5. It’s fabulous! I watched the film afterwards which doesn’t do the book justice imo.

28 Sep 2024

I have watched the movie and before anyone could grab the book, I did! Everyone is different and unique, especially Auggie. He loves Star Wars and he just wants to fit in without being stared at. Jack Will is his best mate whilst Julian isn't so much. I really enjoyed this book and finding out what happens, I just couldn't put the book down!

14 Sep 2024

extraordinary!

11 Sep 2024

I love how life isn't always easy for Augie. People stick up for him but he also learns to stick up for himself.

08 Sep 2024

Great characters. I want to see the movie

02 Sep 2024

A very intriguing and deep meaning book. I enjoyed it because of the amazing description and realistic struggles. It gave me an insight of how it would be in his mind.

02 Sep 2024

This is one of my favourite fiction books and have read it lots. It has about a boy who is different to everyone else but has hope in the hardest times. I liked it because it was about support, friendships and determination. I would recommend it to people aged 9 - 16.

29 Aug 2024

Would 100% recommend the story has lots of twists and turns

24 Aug 2024

This would for a school, because it tells you that even if you look different we are all the same inside.

24 Aug 2024

It very much interest me as it shows a different opinions of people around him and telling us the difficulties he faces everyday and how he overcomes them .

20 Aug 2024

Loved it! It is so good, i couldn't stop reading it and watching the movie to compare the movie and book. It is so emotional - i got my self shouting at Julian the bully whenever he said something hurtful whilst i was reading the book or watching the movie

20 Aug 2024

I would reccomend for people who like humourous storys. I liked Summer the best because she was the first one to befriend Augast without being asked.

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