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The One-in-a-Million Boy is a novel by Monica Wood that centers on the relationship between an 11-year-old boy and a 104-year-old woman. The boy, who is obsessed with making lists and breaking world records, is assigned to help Ona Vitkus as part of a community service project for his Boy Scout badge. While initially reluctant, the boy and Ona form a deep bond through their conversations and shared interest in world records. When the boy dies unexpectedly, his father, Quinn, decides to complete his son's community service by continuing to visit Ona, forging his own relationship with her. Through his interactions with Ona, Quinn comes to understand his son better, learning about the boy's life and the impact he had on Ona's world. The story explores themes of family, grief, and how an unlikely friendship can change lives.
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