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I read this book because it was cited as a "precursor" to Marcelo in the Real World, which I loved. However, this one didn't live up to the hype for me. It's about Christopher, a 15-year-old with Asperger's who finds his neighbor's murdered dog, and begins investigating as though he's a character in a murder mystery. In the course of his investigation, he ends up uncovering secrets about his family instead.
Christopher's "voice" is well-executed, and really, the whole book seems to just be a rece ...more
Christopher's "voice" is well-executed, and really, the whole book seems to just be a rece ...more
Charming and cute. Christopher is a memorable character but that's about it.
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Wow - I've been trying to read this book for at least a year and a half. Finally did it. I can see why everyone is so amazed by it...it had a really interesting perspective....yet, I had a hard time getting into it. I'm just glad to have finished it!
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Book Riot's Read Harder Challenge 2016 - Book about someone with a mental illness (didn't realize I'd already read this one before until after I finished it... Whoops! I'm still counting it!)
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Aug 29, 2008
Jessica
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highlyrecommended
One of the most unique novels I've read in a long time! Heart-breaking.
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Oct 22, 2010
Rachael Uggla
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Lorena
marked it as to-read
