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The Miraculous [Redman, Jess] on desertcart.com. *FREE* shipping on qualifying offers. The Miraculous Review: Much more than an engaging read - To say that this book was great because I couldn't put it down would not do it justice (although truth be told I couldn't put it down and finished it well into the night that I started). I think it's missing the point to recommend this book only for those who have experienced loss. The book's point is _everyone_ will experience loss, even if they haven't yet, and thus I would recommend this book to any child (that said, this would now be my go-to recommendation to any YA, or even adult, who has experienced loss). Death is explored is a very real but beautiful way. It is often more comfortable to gloss over the nitty gritty details of death, the things that those who don't experience death aren't aware of, but instead the book brings them to light and is not afraid to show grief's spectrum of emotions and its longevity. But I think, more importantly, there is an enormous amount of resolution and hope at the end, something very much needed in this and seldom had. It was wonderful reading about something Real. Review: miracles all day - I don’t read YA anymore but I’m glad I read this one. Loss is something anyone can relate to, but making it relatable and entertaining is quite another. I started my journey with “Wundie” and Faye the other day and I didn’t stop until a few hours later when there was no more to read. The pages of The Miraculous (both the book and the titled miracle journal) are saturated with realism and magic, love and loss, laughter and tears. The story is compellingly written and beautifully told. I so enjoyed riding my bike alongside these characters as their mystery and friendship unfolded. I hope Jess Redman doesn’t stop with her debut. Something tells me her pen is as magical as her mind.



| Best Sellers Rank | #2,399,250 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #924 in Children's Books on Death & Dying #12,169 in Children's Friendship Books #22,219 in Children's Family Life Books (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (190) |
| Dimensions | 5.6 x 1.08 x 8.58 inches |
| Grade level | 3 - 4 |
| ISBN-10 | 0374309744 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0374309749 |
| Item Weight | 13.6 ounces |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 320 pages |
| Publication date | July 30, 2019 |
| Publisher | Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR) |
| Reading age | 9 - 11 years |
T**R
Much more than an engaging read
To say that this book was great because I couldn't put it down would not do it justice (although truth be told I couldn't put it down and finished it well into the night that I started). I think it's missing the point to recommend this book only for those who have experienced loss. The book's point is _everyone_ will experience loss, even if they haven't yet, and thus I would recommend this book to any child (that said, this would now be my go-to recommendation to any YA, or even adult, who has experienced loss). Death is explored is a very real but beautiful way. It is often more comfortable to gloss over the nitty gritty details of death, the things that those who don't experience death aren't aware of, but instead the book brings them to light and is not afraid to show grief's spectrum of emotions and its longevity. But I think, more importantly, there is an enormous amount of resolution and hope at the end, something very much needed in this and seldom had. It was wonderful reading about something Real.
C**D
miracles all day
I don’t read YA anymore but I’m glad I read this one. Loss is something anyone can relate to, but making it relatable and entertaining is quite another. I started my journey with “Wundie” and Faye the other day and I didn’t stop until a few hours later when there was no more to read. The pages of The Miraculous (both the book and the titled miracle journal) are saturated with realism and magic, love and loss, laughter and tears. The story is compellingly written and beautifully told. I so enjoyed riding my bike alongside these characters as their mystery and friendship unfolded. I hope Jess Redman doesn’t stop with her debut. Something tells me her pen is as magical as her mind.
K**Y
Must read!
This is such a beautiful story of friendship and family. Everyone in the book experiences loss in different ways making it relatable and lovable. Jess Redman’s creative story line and characters are a must read in this book.
A**Y
Compelling Read
This book is a wonderful story about life and death, love and loss. Wunder has always looked for miracles. He's kept a notebook where he has documented the miracles he has come across. He has a tremendous faith in their existence, until tragedy hits and he decides not to believe anymore. What follows is a story of Wunder and his friend Faye as they navigate a world of whys and what do you believe. Along the way there is adventure, a mysterious old woman, anger, tears and hope, and humor. To say a whole lot more would give away too much of this wonderful story. A great read, with enjoyable characters and a string of hope that lasts from the beginning to the end. A wonderful job by Jess Redman.
J**S
This book has my heart.
This text box asked what I liked and disliked about the product. I liked everything; I disliked nothing. I’m an elementary teacher librarian who naturally reads a lot of children’s books. It’s been since Pax a few years ago that I’ve adored a book so much. I love how this book deals so beautifully and uniquely with heavy issues and hard questions kids (and adults) have about life. I’m exhausted from tonight’s back to school event or I’d write more, but simply put, I love it and can’t wait to booktalk this with my fourth and fifth graders. ❤️
W**.
My 10 year old boy loves this book!!!! And, I love that he loves this book!!!!
I bought this book on the recommendation of the father of the author. I wanted to avoid the awkward moments after he bragged on his daughter yet once again while I sat in the awkward moments after he realized I still hadn’t responded to his recommendation. This is by far my favorite book of the year and maybe decade. I am a therapist and I will recommend this book to every parent I know that cares about growing their child’s emotional intelligence. My 10 year old boy loves this book!!!! And, I love that he loves this book!!!!
P**Y
Great Book for any Age
I was so excited to get Miraculous in the mail. I spent the weekend reading it and the story truly kept me going. I love a book that is both inspirational and understanding of grieving. I wanted this book for a family friend who lost a sibling I know that they will read this several times! Can't wait for the next one, Jess Redman!
A**N
Fabulous book, so powerful
A powerful book about loss, grief, hope, love, and miracles. Not the easiest topic when you are dealing with the death of a baby sibling, but the author handles it with the grace needed. The story is amazing and is mysterious enough to keep you reading. Great for middle grade readers especially ones dealing with loss or hoping to grow empathy for other in that situation. Wonderful book, but bring tissues.
J**H
Dieses Kinderbuch habe ich mir bestellt, da ich anfangen wollte mehr englische Bücher zu lesen und das Cover total schön fand. Die Zeichnung ist total liebevoll gestaltet und man sieht viele Dinge, welche im Buch wiederzufinden sind. Ich konnte mir dadurch manche Sachen wie zum Beispiel das "DoorWay House" viel besser bzw. überhaupt erst vorstellen. Allgemein hat mir auch die Innengestaltung sehr gut gefallen, die Abteilungen und auch Kapitelüberschriften waren sehr schön passend gestaltet mit einer leicht verschnörkelten Schrift. Das Hauptgeschehen findet auf dem Friedhof oder auch im Wald bei dem DoorWay Haus statt. Das Setting ist dementsprechend nichts was ich als wunderschön bezeichnen würde aber dennoch total gut ausgebaut und überhaupt nicht gruselig oder unangenehm. Jess hat es geschafft den Friedhof als einen fast schon "schönen" Ort hinzustellen, an dem man Zeit mit seinen Verstorbenen verbringen kann und das hat mir gut gefallen. Mir persönlich ist es leicht gefallen dieses Buch zu lesen und zu verstehen, obwohl es Englisch war. Es gab keine bis kaum Wörter die mir fremd waren und ich konnte die komplette Geschichte gut erfassen ohne ein Wörterbuch oder Übersetzungsprogramme zu brauchen. Der Schreibstil ist kindgerecht und die Autorin hat alles was notwendig ist super beschrieben und erklärt. Ich fand es außergewöhnlich, dass der Hauptdarsteller von "The Miraculous" Wunder heißt. Obwohl es ein englisches Buch ist hat sich die Autorin für das deutsche Wort für Wunder-Miracle als Name entschieden. Das fand ich richtig süß und passend. Wunder ist noch relativ jung und dementsprechend kindlich naiv. Er erfasst Dinge anders und nimmt sie anders wahr als ein Erwachsener es täte. Beispielsweise hat seine Mutter nach dem Tod seiner Schwester Depressionen und sperrt sich in ihr Zimmer ein und der Vater ist dauernd nur auf der Arbeit. Die Eltern sprechen also gar nicht mehr miteinander und was jedem Erwachsenen sofort Sorgen bereiten würde, nimmt Wunder gar nicht wirklich wahr. Erst zum späteren Zeitpunkt fängt er an alles richtig zu erfassen und die Hintergründe zu verstehen. Faye seine neue Bekannte ist da ganz anders. Sie ist schon etwas erwachsener aber gleichzeitig auch etwas eigensinnig. Auch ihr fällt nicht auf, wie das bei Kindern häufig der Fall ist, dass ihre Mutter sie wirklich liebt. Der Verlauf der Geschichte hat mir zu drei Vierteln sehr gut gefallen, das Ende fand ich allerdings etwas seltsam. Trotz dessen das es in dem Buch viel um wunderbare Dinge geht, ist es doch immer sehr realistisch. Am Ende wird es aber eher ein bisschen Fantasy angehaucht. Das hat mir leider nicht ganz so gut gefallen. Ansonsten fand ich, dass es eine wunderbare, tiefgründige Story hat, an die mal aus einer anderen Sicht, nämlich der eines Kindes herangegangen wird. Fazit: Das Buch behandelt den Tod und den Verlust aus der Sicht eines Kindes. Das finde ich sehr schön, denn man lernt Dinge anders zu sehen und zu hinterfragen, ob die bisherige Sicht wirklich die Beste ist. Sehr empfehlenswert für Groß und Klein!
S**A
Not as good as I expected but was a good read
A**O
Definitely recommend it! It's about friendship, family and moving on to certain things that haunts you deep inside.
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