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Lottery
Author: Patricia Wood
Perry's IQ is only 76, but he's not stupid. His grandmother taught him everything he needs to know to survive: She taught him to write things down so he won't forget them. She taught him to play the lottery every week. And, most important, she taught him whom to trust. When Gram dies, Perry is left orphaned and bereft at the age of thirty-one. T...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780399154492
ISBN-10: 0399154493
Publication Date: 8/2/2007
Pages: 320
Rating:
  • Currently 4/5 Stars.
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4 stars, based on 72 ratings
Publisher: Putnam Adult
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback
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GrandmaDiDi avatar reviewed Lottery on
Helpful Score: 9
My name is Perry L. Crandall and I am not retarded.

This first sentence of the book grabbed me and didn't let go.
Wonderful characters, some you'll love, some you'll hate.
You'll be rooting for Perry L. Crandall all the way.
By far the best book I've read all year.
thameslink avatar reviewed Lottery on + 723 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 9
I grew up with a much-loved uncle like Perry -- "not the full quid" -- and consequently this book resonated deeply with me. The author did a fantastic job of capturing Perry's voice -- it was letter perfect both in language and values, deeply held. This is a joyous book and helps all us "normal" people see people like Perry as capable, contributing and functioning members of society. And who doesn't like to see an underdog triumphing against the odds? Read this book! It is a thing of beauty!
sari-lynn avatar reviewed Lottery on + 207 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
A charming and totally engaging story about a young man, Perry, who's slow (don't call him "retarded" - that means having an IQ less than 75, and he scored 76) and how he makes his way through life before and after winning 12 million dollars in the state lottery. It's about family - his original family, a miserable group of conniving lawyers and their spouses, and his intentional family, made up of the grandparents who raised him, and the friends who loved him before he became rich and did their best to watch out for him afterwards. Perry may not be the smartest person, but he has great heart and a surprising amount of wisdom. Highly recommended!
merede3 avatar reviewed Lottery on + 14 more book reviews
Helpful Score: 3
This book was awesome! I could not put it down and have recommended to many of my friends. It is the story of a mentally challenged young man who lives with his grandmother as his family can't be bothered with him. He and his grandmother have a lot of little routines and playing the lottery is one of them. His grandmother dies, he wins the lottery and his whole life changes. Perry is such a great character. His insights on life are great - he sees things just the way they are. Very uplifting story. Looking forward to Patricia's next book.
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Helpful Score: 2
A young, mentally disabled man learns to navigate through life, when, after the death of his doting grandmother, he wins the state lottery. This book is a gem--sweet (without being sappy), humorous, and inspiring.
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reviewed Lottery on + 628 more book reviews
Enjoyed this as we all have dream of winning big, but mostly because it was set up in the the PNW in WA state where I live, so enjoyed the local references.
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Easy to read and entertaining. It is about a young adult with a low IQ winning the Lottery and his family attempting to take advantage of the situation. I would recommend this book.
sh0rtstak avatar reviewed Lottery on + 89 more book reviews
Not a bad story. Has a nice feel good ending. Not sure I liked all the F*** word references and fart comments but I suppose it's understanding from a different perspective.
anothertag avatar reviewed Lottery on + 85 more book reviews
A very satisfying book about a man who wins the Washington State lottery. Perry has an IQ of 76. He was raised by his grandmother who taught him many things and who to trust. After she dies, he wins the lottery and now everyone is after his fortune. Perry knows who his friends are. I highly recommend this book.


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