Wonder Of All Things, The (2014) - Plot & Excerpts
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Jason Mott has a smooth writing style, and he's put together a plot that may seem simple, but yet it's quite complex. What would do if you had the power to heal others, but at a great cost to yourself? What would you do if that power belonged to your daughter or friend? Thirteen-year-old Ava finds that she can heal with the touch of her hands. Each time, though, it takes more of her physical strength. When her family is faced with the dilemma of who to save and who to let go, it's a heartfelt task that each of Ava's family and friends must cope with individually. I applause the author for giving readers something to ponder once the last page is turned. I won't share the premise / plot overview that can be read elsewhere.I liked the very beginning of the book and then liked it less & less as I read it. Didn't feel that the characters were developed fully. There were some plot lines that I thought would be developed more but not much was done with them.I had hoped for some inspirational sections... perhaps some sadness but some sweetness as well. There were a few 'sweet' scenes with Ava (the healer) and her friend, Wash (the 'healee'). But the rest of the novel just seemed to throw in every depressing topic possible: alcoholism, cancer, suicide, fatal car accident, brain damage, newborn drama... and more. I have read some mystical novels that I've enjoyed. I was disappointed in this one.
What do You think about Wonder Of All Things, The (2014)?
I received an ARC of this. It's a nice story, easy to read but slightly predictable.
—Nouz
Jason Mott is an amazing storyteller. I look forward to his next book.
—Brad
His novels always leave me feeling sad at the end....
—alex
overly preachy, poor writing. made it 100 pgs
—xvgustavo
