Happy Latitudes answers “I'm a dedicated King reader but, to be...”

Stephen asked this question about If It Bleeds (Holly Gibney #2):

I'm a dedicated King reader but, to be honest, not a big fan of the character Holly Gibney. Anyone else with me on this?

Happy Latitudes I don't dislike Holly but I don't find her entirely credible as a character. Holly clearly has autism or asperger's, which isn't a problem in itself, …moreI don't dislike Holly but I don't find her entirely credible as a character. Holly clearly has autism or asperger's, which isn't a problem in itself, there are lots of books with appealing autistic protagonists. It's just that Holly is incredibly perceptive for someone with her disability, which is honestly hard to buy into....the definition of autism almost precludes having the ability to strongly empathize with others.(less)

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Heather As an aspie I just wanted to correct this misconception. Being autistic in no way precludes us from being able to have empathy. We display it outwardl ...more
Jan 27, 2021 09:25PM · flag

Sammy Also, it's not a disability. ...more
Mar 26, 2021 02:08AM · flag

Sarah Jane There are so many problematic parts of this comment that I’m really not sure where to start, but I second Heather: do a little research BEFORE you dis ...more
Feb 28, 2022 02:00PM · flag

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