Winner of the Nautilus Award and the New England Society Book Award, Monica Wood's The One-in-a-Million Boy is the incandescent story of a 104-year-old woman and the sweet, strange young boy assigned to help her around the house—a friendship that touches each member of the boy's unmoored family."The story of your life never starts at the beginning. Don't they teach you anything at school?"So says 104-year-old Ona to the 11-year-old boy who's been sent to help her out every Saturday morning. As he refills the bird feeders and tidies the garden shed, Ona tells him about her long life, from first love to second chances. Soon she's confessing secrets she has kept hidden for decades. One Saturday, the boy doesn't show up. Ona starts to think he's not so special after all, but then his father arrives on her doorstep, determined to finish his son's good deed. The boy's mother is not so far behind. Ona is set to discover that the world can surprise us at any age, and that sometimes sharing a loss is the only way to find ourselves again. “Readers won’t be able to resist falling for Ona…The conclusion will leave them smiling through their tears.”—Shelf Awareness “Poignant…There is much to enjoy in this heartfelt tale of love, loss, and friendship.”—Express “A must-read book…Whimsical and bittersweet.”—Good Housekeeping
Details e-book The One-In-A-Million Boy
🗸 Author(s): Monica Wood
🗸 Title: The One-In-A-Million Boy
🗸 Rating : 4.5 from 5 stars (2357 reviews)
🗸 Languange: English
🗸 Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
🗸 Supported Devices: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
Readers' opinions about The One-In-A-Million Boy by Monica Wood
Dive into an epic fantasy novel where heroes embark on a perilous quest to save their world from an ancient evil. The world-building is richly detailed, immersing readers in a realm of magic and adventure. With its unforgettable characters and breathtaking action scenes, this book is sure to captivate readers of all ages.
This thought-provoking work of non-fiction explores the mysteries of the human mind, delving into the complexities of consciousness and perception. Drawing on the latest scientific research, the author sheds light on the inner workings of the brain, offering fascinating insights into what makes us who we are. Engaging and accessible, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the workings of the human mind.
Explore the depths of human emotion with this powerful collection of poetry, where words dance off the page and into the heart. From love and longing to despair and redemption, each poem offers a glimpse into the human experience in all its complexity. With its evocative imagery and lyrical prose, this book is a testament to the enduring power of poetry to move and inspire.
Related ebooks of The One-In-A-Million Boy
Success The Psychology of Achievement: A Practical Guide ...
Success: The Psychology of Achievement is a dynamic infographic guide that equips you with the tools you need to drive yourself toward success, whether you are seeking improvement in your career, relationships, or in your overall performance.Give your confidence a boost, master your resources, and raise your self-awareness with proven psychological strategies and expert advice. From positive thinking to work-life balance to learning how to say no, the lessons learned from this guide are tailored…
Parenting Boys with ADHD: The Complete Guide to Manage Be...
I know it’s really, REALLY hard. But there’s light at the end of the tunnel…The facts:Raising boys with ADHD is tiring.It feels like an uphill battle.You worry about your son’s future.You can’t navigate life FOR him.You want to set him up for a successful future.You need to learn how to help him harness his strengths, focus on his energy, and overcome life’s challenges. (Plus, make your life a bit easier along the way.)Nothing is scarier…
Death & Texas (A Death & Texas Western)
From the bestselling chroniclers of the American West comes a brand new series of gun-blazing adventures that could only happen in Texas. Meet Cullen McCabe, a Lone Star sheriff who learned—the hard way—that there are two sure things in life… WELCOME TO JOHNSTONE COUNTRY. WATCH YOUR BACK. The great state of Texas is a land of opportunity. For outlaws. And horse thieves. And cattle rustlers. Not to mention bank robbers, train robbers, and anything-that-ain’t-nailed-down robbers. The state’s…
(Piano Solo Songbook). This creative collection arranged by "Backwards Piano Man" Jason Lyle Black features ten medleys of songs from timeless Disney films for piano solo. 35 songs are included in all from the movies Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, Cinderella, Hercules, The Jungle Book, The Lion King, The Little Mermaid, Mary Poppins, Moana and Mulan . Includes arranger notes from Black.
The Art of Statistics: How to Learn from Data How to Talk to Anyone About Anything: Improve Your Social Skills, Master Small Talk, Connect Effortlessly, and Make Real Friends (Communication Skills Training) Walking Denver: 32 Tours of the Mile High City’s Best Urban Trails, Historic Architecture, and Cultural Highlights Girl in Pieces Heir to Thorn and Flame: A totally addictive MM fantasy romance (Court of Broken Bonds) The Body Sculpting Bible for Men, Fourth Edition: The Ultimate Men’s Body Sculpting and Bodybuilding Guide Featuring the Best Weight Training Workouts … Plans Guaranteed to Gain Muscle & Burn Fat How Much Can I Spend in Retirement?: A Guide to Investment-Based Retirement Income Strategies (The Retirement Researcher Guide Series) Nuts to You The Emissary English Grammar: 100 Tragically Common Mistakes (and How to Correct Them)
