I absolutely loved reading Wonder last year. The story was beautifully crafted and it truly touched my heart. I was delighted that Palacio capitalized on Wonder's popularity to create a few additions to her story in the form of these additional "chapters."
I read "The Julian Chapter" on the train to NYC during spring break. My youngest daughter, who read Wonder for a school project last year was appalled that I would read anything about Julian. The truth is, I was surprised at myself. Julian is a hard character to like, but I can assure you that when you finish reading his chapter, and you hear his side of the story and what he has learned from his mistakes, you will like him, maybe even a lot!
I read "Pluto" on the way home from NYC and while it was a cute recollection of Auggie told from the point of view of his oldest friend Christopher, I was not touched or moved by this chapter. It was just a cute story. Regardless, as a lover of sequels, I had to read these additional chapters and will most certainly download "Shingaling" this summer, which is Charlotte's story. I liked Charlotte. She should most certainly tell a good story.
Happy reading everyone!
-Dodie
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