This is a key takeaways and analysis of the book and NOT the original book. Start Publishing Notes' Summary, Analysis, and Review of R.J. Palacio's Wonder includes a summary of the book, review, analysis & key takeaways, and a detailed "About the Author" section. Wonder by R. J. Palacio is a children's novel about a bright, kind, intuitive ten-year-old who has severe facial abnormalities. August "Auggie" Pullman was born with a rare genetic disorder. He has endured a lot in his short life, including twenty-seven surgeries and the cruelty of strangers who recoil from his unusual appearance. But nothing could quite prepare him for the challenge he must now face: his first year of middle school. Until recently, August, who lives in Manhattan, led a fairly sheltered life with his devoted parents and his fifteen-year-old sister, Via. He's been homeschooled for his entire life, but his parents think it's time to send him out into the world. The idea frightens Auggie, but it also excites him. Though the school year hasn't yet started, he agrees to visit to his new campus, Beecher Prep, to meet the principal, Mr. Tushman.