MMGM (5/15/2017): Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life by Wendy Mass

For MMGM, I am recommending Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life by Wendy Mass.




(Note: The cover was redesigned when a movie based on this book was released.)

Here's the publisher's description:

Jeremy Fink has been obsessed with the meaning of life ever since a box from his father arrived at his house five years after his father was killed in a car accident. Jeremy is determined to find the missing keys that will open the box that supposedly contains the meaning of life. Jeremy and his best friend Lizzy make it their summer quest to get inside the mysterious box. But after getting into some trouble, they get stuck doing community service together, helping an antique shop owner deliver things to different parts of the city. It turns out that these deliveries aren't always ordered, the recipients react unexpectedly, some with anger, some with tears. As Jeremy and Lizzy's summer adventures continue, they begin to discover the meaning of life and themselves along with it. 

As with the first book of Wendy Mass's that I reviewed (here), I love this book! One of my favorite things about it is how uplifting it is. Even through struggles or conflict, the book is resolutely hopeful and always enjoyable to read. Another great thing about it is the characters. The main character and narrator, Jeremy, has a very unique voice that shows as he ponders life or just talks about his collection of "mutant candy," and his best friend and total opposite, Lizzy, is a great character as well. Finally, I love the unique plot of this book. Jeremy and Lizzy try to open the box from Jeremy's father by searching for the 4 keys needed to open it, and they also ask people what the meaning of life is during their community service (or even outside of it). The twist at the end is amazing, and it seals my love of this book, which everyone should read!
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  1. Natalie AguirreMay 15, 2017 at 4:56 AM

    I love the mystery of the box and the theme of hope. This sounds like a fantastic book and maybe a great movie too. Will have to check it ou.

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  2. Greg PattridgeMay 15, 2017 at 5:00 AM

    Cute new cover. I've always enjoyed books by Wendy Mass and this sounds like another winner. Thanks for the heads-up.

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  3. Patricia T.May 15, 2017 at 9:17 AM

    I haven't read this book or seen the movie. But, it intrigues me because it is and adventure and is hopeful!

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  4. AnonymousMay 16, 2017 at 4:02 AM

    Sounds great. Thanks for the recommendation!

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