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As a clinical child psychologist that works specifically with individuals with autism spectrum disorders & developmental disorders, and as a sibling of an adult with autism, I absolutely adored this book. This was recommended to me by a book club member and I am shocked that I haven't had more pressure from colleagues to read it before now. I read it over the course of a "snow day," and then had to finish it the next day.
This book is written from the perspective of a 15 year old British boy wit ...more
This book is written from the perspective of a 15 year old British boy wit ...more
I enjoyed this read. I enjoyed the unfolding mystery, the math bits, and the parts illustrating how messy and imperfect relationships can be. However, I'm hesitant to give this book a review because I do not know whether the author created an accurate or appropriate representation of a teen with presumably autism. I read the author didn't do much, if any, research, and that is concerning.
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