“When gods die, they die hard. It's not like they fade away, or grow old, or fall asleep. They die in fire and pain, and when they come out of you, they leave your guts burned. It hurts more than anything you can talk about. And maybe worst of all is, you're not sure if there will ever be another god to fill their place. Or if you'd ever want another god to fill their place. You don't want the fire to go out inside you twice.”
In 'The Wednesday Wars,' a young boy navigates the challenges of adolescence while attending a Catholic school in the 1960s. The story delves into the boy's relationships with his teachers, his family, and the broader social and political context of the era, offering a poignant look at the complexities of growing up. more
Gary D. Schmidt is an American author renowned for his young adult novels. Born in 1957, he has made a significant impact on the genre with his poignant and thought-provoking works. His writing frequently delves into themes of family, friendship, and the challenges of adolescence. more
“They were French, they were Jews, and they were you.”
“Things work out the way they're meant to”