This is a really appeaing book about a ten year old boy, August, who is starting school for the first time. He's previously been home-schooled, because his massive facial deformities make attending school a substantial emotional challenge. He's a little bit excited, a little bit reluctant, and the year goes by pretty much as you'd expect - friends are made, bullies overcome, and the year ends well for everyone. It's a feel-good read that emphasises kindness and friendship, which I enjoy, and I like that it's told from multiple points of view, including August's older sister Olivia (who is struggling with being constantly overlooked) and his friend Jack (who is targeted by bullies pretty much by association). I did think that - with the exception of Olivia's boyfriend - it was fairly hard to distinguish the different voices, as they're all much the same, but it was still an entertaining and immensely affecting read.