Wonder by RJ Palacio is one of the best YA (young adult) books I have read in a while.  The main character Augustus was born with a variety of medical issues including serious facial deformities.  Due to many surgeries and treatments Auggie has never been to school.  He is about to start school for the first time...middle school.  Told from the perspective of several different characters, this story is heart-warming and heart-wrenching.  Give it a try, you won't regret it!

Brown Lentil Soup- Greek Style

3 cups brown lentils
2 large onions
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 T olive oil
3 bay leaves
2-3 T oregano
1 lg. can tomatoes
2 T wine vinegar
chicken broth
s + p

Saute chopped onions in olive oil.  Meanwhile wash lentils well and drain.  Add lentils to onions.  Add garlic along with bay leaves, oregano, s+P.  Add tomatoes.  Add enough chicken broth to cover lentils and simmer until they are very soft and soup is somewhat thick.  When you are ready to serve add wince vinegar.

I also add sliced sausage, but it is delicious as a vegetarian soup also!