The Measure A Novel
The Measure A Novel by Nikki Erlick, published by HarperCollinsPublishers in 2022, presents a thought-provoking narrative that explores the profound question of mortality. In this 352-page work, readers are introduced to eight ordinary individuals who receive a mysterious wooden box containing the exact number of years they have left to live. This revelation ignites a global frenzy, prompting each character to confront their choices and the implications of knowing their lifespan.
As the story unfolds, The Measure delves into the interconnected lives of its characters, showcasing themes of love, hope, and the human experience. From suburban settings to diverse landscapes, the narrative captures the collective response to this extraordinary phenomenon. Readers will find a rich tapestry of relationships, including best friends, pen pals, and a couple reevaluating their priorities, all navigating the complexities of life and destiny in a world forever changed by this revelation.
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“A story of love and hope as interweaving characters display: how all moments, big and small, can measure a life. If you want joy, love, romance, and hope–read with us.” –Jenna Bush Hager
A luminous, spirit-lifting blockbuster that asks: would you choose to find out the length of your life?
Eight ordinary people. One extraordinary choice.
It seems like any other day. You wake up, drink a cup of coffee, and head out.
But today, when you open your front door, waiting for you is a small wooden box. The contents of this mysterious box tells you the exact number of years you will live.
From suburban doorsteps to desert tents, every person on every continent receives the same box. In an instant, the world is thrust into a collective frenzy. Where did these boxes come from? What do they mean? Is there truth to what they promise?
As society comes together and pulls apart, everyone faces the same shocking choice: Do they wish to know how long they’ll live? And, if so, what will they do with that knowledge?
The Measure charts the dawn of this new world through an unforgettable cast of characters whose decisions and fates interweave with one another: best friends whose dreams are forever entwined, pen pals finding refuge in the unknown, a couple who thought they didn’t have to rush, a doctor who cannot save himself, and a politician whose box becomes the powder keg that ultimately changes everything.
Enchanting and deeply uplifting, The Measure is an ambitious, invigorating story about family, friendship, hope, and destiny that encourages us to live life to the fullest.
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