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“surprise is one of those emotions that can be hard to fake, though, whether you're trying to look surprised when you're not or trying to not look surprised when you are.”

Quote by R.J. Palacio

Book:Wonder

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Wonder

This poignant story follows a young boy named August Pullman, who embarks on his first year of mainstream school after being homeschooled. His journey is filled with both triumphs and struggles as he navigates the complexities of social interactions and the prejudices of others. The narrative is told from multiple perspectives, offering a deep and nuanced look into the lives of those affected by August's condition. The book has been widely praised for its ability to foster empathy and its celebration of diversity. more

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R.J. Palacio

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“The enabler will love the addict into darkness. The addict becomes a shadow of the person they once were. The enabler love is blind and selfish. Blind, because they cannot see the selfishness, when they cradle their own emotions over the addict’s recovery. It will always be tough love, support and lots of praying to keep an addict clean. The underlined reason for the substance abuse can only be found when the addict is thinking clearly.”