The One Thing

Maggie Sanders might be blind, but she won't invite anyone to her pity party. Ever since losing her sight six months ago, Maggie's rebellious streak has taken on a life of its own, culminating with an elaborate school prank. Maggie called it genius. The judge called it illegal.

Now Maggie has a probation officer. But she isn't interested in rehabilitation, not when she's still mourning the loss of her professional-soccer dreams, and furious at her so-called friends, who lost interest in her as soon as she could no longer lead the team to victory.

Then Maggie's whole world is turned upside down. Somehow, incredibly, she can see again. But only one person: Ben, a precocious ten-year-old unlike anyone she's ever met. Ben's life isn't easy, but he doesn't see limits, only possibilities. After a while, Maggie starts to realize that losing her sight doesn't have to mean losing everything she dreamed of. Even if what she's currently dreaming of is Mason Milton, the magnetic lead singer of Maggie's new favorite band, who just happens to be Ben's brother.

But when she learns the real reason she can see Ben, Maggie must find the courage to face a once-unimaginable future...before she loses everything she has grown to love.

“"This book shows the struggle of redefining yourself after losing what you think of as the one thing' that makes you who you are. It is not preachy or overly optimistic about the challenges Maggie faces, but it has humor and characters that are well developed (even the adults). Give this to students who like Me, Earl and the Dying Girl or anything with humor and music."-- VOYA”

"Maggie's voice is sharp and quick-witted, and Ben's persistent exuberance provides an excellent foil...Funny, sweet, and hopeful."--Kirkus Reviews
"Music enthusiasts who enjoy a smoldering romance will love this novel."--Booklist
"The story is fast-paced, with Maggie's intermittent vision serving as an intriguing mystery. Maggie is a solid, well-developed character and shows tremendous growth in the story. The dialogue and Maggie's inner thoughts are hilarious and provide insight to the challenges anyone, especially a teen, must experience with a life-changing medical event Teens who enjoy stories about people overcoming adversity, complete with a satisfying conclusion, will enjoy this novel."--School Library Journal
"This book shows the struggle of redefining yourself after losing what you think of as the one thing' that makes you who you are. It is not preachy or overly optimistic about the challenges Maggie faces, but it has humor and characters that are well developed (even the adults). Give this to students who like Me, Earl and the Dying Girl or anything with humor and music."--VOYA

Marci Lyn Curtis grew up in Northern California, where she went to college and met an amazing guy in a military uniform. Two grown kids and one dachshund later, she lives in Florida. The One Thing is her first novel. Say hi to her on her website, Marcilyncurtis.com, or on Twitter, @Marci_Curtis.

Maggie Sanders might be blind, but she won't invite anyone to her pity party. Ever since losing her sight six months ago, Maggie's rebellious streak has taken on a life of its own, culminating with an elaborate school prank. Maggie called it genius. The judge called it illegal.Now Maggie has a probation officer. But she isn't interested in rehabilitation, not when she's still mourning the loss of her professional-soccer dreams, and furious at her so-called friends, who lost interest in her as soon as she could no longer lead the team to victory.Then Maggie's whole world is turned upside down. Somehow, incredibly, she can see again. But only one person: Ben, a precocious ten-year-old unlike anyone she's ever met. Ben's life isn't easy, but he doesn't see limits, only possibilities. After a while, Maggie starts to realize that losing her sight doesn't have to mean losing everything she dreamed of. Even if what she's currently dreaming of is Mason Milton, the magnetic lead singer of Maggie's new favorite band, who just happens to be Ben's brother.But when she learns the real reason she can see Ben, Maggie must find the courage to face a once-unimaginable future...before she loses everything she has grown to love.

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