This is a wonderfully written book. The story is about a child called August, who has been born with a disfigured face. 
 August has been home schooled, and his parents send him to a normal school. The book goes through the struggles August has during his first year at school. It deals with the reactions of other children, teachers, parents to his appearance. It also deals with how August's parents and sister deal with him. August also has a pet dog called daisy that eventually dies. August likes how the dog doesn't judge him like humans do. 
 The story is written in a positive way. It makes an uncomfortable topic easy to think about. The story also deals with true friendship. Was an enjoyable read.