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Review of The Little Things
[Following is an official OnlineBookClub.org review of "The Little Things" by Wade Pier.]
The Little Things by Wade Pier tells the author’s life story of a physically and sexually abused child, an unhappy family, and the challenge of dealing with MS (Multiple Sclerosis). Wade was born premature and grew up in Mesa, Arizona. He faced a lot of challenges, for instance, molestation by a stepfather, a brother who was so manipulative, and a mother who could do anything, including taking substances inappropriately.
During a relatively tumultuous childhood with elements such as poverty, frequent relocation, and involvement in a street gang, Wade’s life was abruptly changed by several events, such as a mishap that nearly led to his death. Perhaps the most significant point that shaped his life was that he joined the military to become a real man and to strengthen it by gaining fortitude and realizing the harsh realities of life. However, his MS diagnosis in 2008 became the next challenge in his life.
The book tells a story about friendship and love, determination, and the need not to succumb to fate, thus becoming a symbol of the main human values. In much of the story, the reader learns about Wade’s progress toward self-advocacy and independence as he gains the ability to effectively address his ailments in the company of his wife, Shannon, and their two children.
I especially liked that Wade did not shy away from telling the truth as he saw it. For this reason, the vivid description of childhood with a negligent mother, a cruel stepfather, and a half brother paints a vivid picture and grips the reader’s attention. For example, while narrating the episode when Wade suffered at the hands of Troy, it is not only the experience of pain but its relaying also reveals his ability to forgive and crave companionship that humanizes Wade.
One other significant feature is Wade and his change as a person after joining the military. After being encouraged by a friend, his enlistment was a rather crucial moment. It reveals how critical relationships can turn lives around. The strong elements of purpose, discipline, and nationality that run through the book can be explained by Wade’s young years spent in the military and witnessing the vulnerability of life.
I developed an interest in this book because it is educative, informative, enlightening, exceptionally edited, and written in simple language. The issue that I can relate to most of the time is that of forgiving those who have offended us. There was nothing that I disliked about the book, and I will give it a rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
Thus, the book is perfectly suited for those who go through some kind of personal struggle in their daily life due to physical problems, problematic relationships with close ones, or trying to find themselves and the meaning of their existence. Wade’s message is clear: Unfortunately, life always finds ways to put a damper on things, but at the same time it gives hope and a chance to improve. This can only be understood as a fantastic and stirring adventure of the spirit, a veritable testimony to the human will to find the best means of battling the given situation. This is not just a memoir about life but also the author’s unerring call to other people to stay focused on the things that make life worth living no matter the odds.
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The Little Things
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The Little Things by Wade Pier tells the author’s life story of a physically and sexually abused child, an unhappy family, and the challenge of dealing with MS (Multiple Sclerosis). Wade was born premature and grew up in Mesa, Arizona. He faced a lot of challenges, for instance, molestation by a stepfather, a brother who was so manipulative, and a mother who could do anything, including taking substances inappropriately.
During a relatively tumultuous childhood with elements such as poverty, frequent relocation, and involvement in a street gang, Wade’s life was abruptly changed by several events, such as a mishap that nearly led to his death. Perhaps the most significant point that shaped his life was that he joined the military to become a real man and to strengthen it by gaining fortitude and realizing the harsh realities of life. However, his MS diagnosis in 2008 became the next challenge in his life.
The book tells a story about friendship and love, determination, and the need not to succumb to fate, thus becoming a symbol of the main human values. In much of the story, the reader learns about Wade’s progress toward self-advocacy and independence as he gains the ability to effectively address his ailments in the company of his wife, Shannon, and their two children.
I especially liked that Wade did not shy away from telling the truth as he saw it. For this reason, the vivid description of childhood with a negligent mother, a cruel stepfather, and a half brother paints a vivid picture and grips the reader’s attention. For example, while narrating the episode when Wade suffered at the hands of Troy, it is not only the experience of pain but its relaying also reveals his ability to forgive and crave companionship that humanizes Wade.
One other significant feature is Wade and his change as a person after joining the military. After being encouraged by a friend, his enlistment was a rather crucial moment. It reveals how critical relationships can turn lives around. The strong elements of purpose, discipline, and nationality that run through the book can be explained by Wade’s young years spent in the military and witnessing the vulnerability of life.
I developed an interest in this book because it is educative, informative, enlightening, exceptionally edited, and written in simple language. The issue that I can relate to most of the time is that of forgiving those who have offended us. There was nothing that I disliked about the book, and I will give it a rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
Thus, the book is perfectly suited for those who go through some kind of personal struggle in their daily life due to physical problems, problematic relationships with close ones, or trying to find themselves and the meaning of their existence. Wade’s message is clear: Unfortunately, life always finds ways to put a damper on things, but at the same time it gives hope and a chance to improve. This can only be understood as a fantastic and stirring adventure of the spirit, a veritable testimony to the human will to find the best means of battling the given situation. This is not just a memoir about life but also the author’s unerring call to other people to stay focused on the things that make life worth living no matter the odds.
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The Little Things
View: on Bookshelves | on Amazon
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