# White Bird: A Novel: Based on the Graphic Novel - Hardcover

by **R. J. Palacio** (Author), **Erica S. Perl** (With)

****Now a major motion picture starring Helen Mirren and Gillian Anderson!****

**Read the novelized version of the celebrated _New York Times_ bestselling story of kindness and unrelenting courage in a time of war--inspired by the blockbuster phenomenon _Wonder._**

Sara Blum lives an idyllic life with her adoring parents in Vichy France. But her world comes crashing down when the Nazi occupation separates the family and forces the young Jewish girl into hiding. Her classmate Julien and his family will risk everything to ensure her survival, and, together, Sara and Julien manage to find beauty in a secret world of their creation.

First published as a graphic novel and now a major motion picture starring Helen Mirren and Gillian Anderson, R. J. Palacio's unforgettable story demonstrates the power of kindness to change hearts, build bridges, and even save lives in the darkest of times.

Includes an 8-page photo insert and a discussion guide.

### Author Biography

R.J. Palacio is the author of the #1 _New York Times_ bestseller _Wonder_, which has sold over 15 million copies worldwide. The book's message inspired the Choose Kind movement and has been embraced by readers around the world, with the book published in over 50 languages. _Wonder_ was made into a blockbuster movie starring Julia Roberts, Owen Wilson, and Jacob Tremblay.

Palacio's other acclaimed books include _365 Days of Wonder: Mr. Browne's Book of Precepts_, _Auggie & Me: Three Wonder Stories_, the picture book _We're All Wonders_, and her new novel _Pony,_ an instant _New York Times_ bestseller and named one of the best books of the year by the _Wall Street Journal._

Palacio lives in Brooklyn with her husband, two sons, and two dogs.

**Number of Pages:** 272

**Dimensions:** 1 x 8.3 x 5.7 IN

**Illustrated:** Yes

**Publication Date:** June 27, 2023

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- **Price:** 17.99 USD
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