Mark Orth asked Angie Kim:

I heard you on NPR Weekend Edition Saturday with Scott Simon. I listen regularly, add books to my shelves, and connect with authors here on Goodreads that he recommends. I was drawn into your conversation with him about autism. I'm estranged now from my two teenage autistic boys, largely due to the toxicity between me and my ex-wife and their conditions. Do you think your book could advise me and shed light?

Angie Kim Hi Mark. First of all, thank you so much for listening and for reaching out. As for your question, I do address the complicated and sometimes toxic family dynamics that surround time/energy-intensive conditions. (The character in Happiness Falls has a dual diagnosis of autism and mosaic Angelman syndrome). In particular, the parents in my novel go through a near-divorce situation due to the tension between them that stems from the different philosophies they have toward various treatment protocols. I hope you'll give it a read to see if it might shed some light or at least make you feel like you're not the only one going through this type of a situation. I'm sorry I can't be more definitive than that. In any event, I'm sorry you're going through this and my thoughts are with you.

Warmly,
Angie

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