The Measure by Nikki Erlick

Format & Condition: Hardcover, New
Genre: Contemporary Fiction; Speculative Fiction

One morning, every adult receives a small wooden box containing a string that reveals the length of their life. As the world struggles to understand what this means, eight people face decisions about love, family, and whether knowing their future should change how they live today.

A thoughtful book-club choice with a premise that immediately invites discussion. For readers drawn to stories about connection, hope, and what makes a life meaningful.