IF YOU ONLY READ ONE BOOK THIS YEAR, READ THIS ONE!!!!!!
All over the world, a mysterious box appears on every doorstep each person calls home. On the initial day of delivery, each person 22 years of age or older receives the box. From that day forward, a box will magically appear on a person’s 22nd birthday. When a box is opened, it contains a single piece of string. Is it short or long? Does the length matter? Though not clear in the the early stages of the deliveries, in time, the significance of the string’s length is revealed. It represents the longevity of ones life. It will challenge the soul of humanity.
Seldom have I read a book that keeps me thinking about it days, if not weeks after I’ve finished it. Contemplating how any of us would receive such news about our future. Would some of us choose to leave the box unopened and let life take its course? How would such knowledge change our own behavior towards others? How could it change the thought processes of our institutions, businesses, government, the military, etc.? What changes might they make and what impact would it have on those who draw the “short straw?”
It’s a book about choices, challenges, discrimination, fear, anger, empathy, love, but overall, the power of human connection. I highly recommend putting this on your summer reading list. It’s a fascinating read and if you’re in a book club, this will make for some real powerful discussion!
Cheers!
Happy Reading!
