365 Days of Wonder: Mr. Browne's Book of Precepts

Reviewed by: Terri Bauld - Louis T. Graves Memorial Public Library, Kennebunkport, Southern Maine Library District

Review Date: November 25, 2014

Review

For those who enjoyed the book "Wonder", and longed for the story of Augie to continue, this companion book will be a must read. Told from the perspective of Mr. Browne, Augie's teacher in "Wonder", the book begins by defining precepts and presenting a goal that readers begin each day with one of the "words to live by". The inspirational sayings for each day of the year come from a diverse group of sources that include words of wisdom from popular songs, fortune cookies, great works of literature, characters from "Wonder" and even from inscriptions on Egyptian tombs. It is also interesting to note that over 100 came from actual children who responded to a request from the author. Once a month, a personal narrative written by Mr. Browne provides updates on the characters lives and his own thoughts. A mystery from "Wonder" involving the note to Mr. Tushman will also be solved. An inspirational book full of hope and wisdom. A powerful book full of wonder.

Overall Book Score: very good