So what stood out for me with book was the author's writing style. I loved it. Her spare sentences got straight to the point. I wasn't bored with tonsSo what stood out for me with book was the author's writing style. I loved it. Her spare sentences got straight to the point. I wasn't bored with tons of pointless descriptions and needless repetitions that altogether too many writers and readers think is good writing. I don't know if this was what kept me wanting to continue reading - probably so, because it was also deeply disturbing in a way I hated. I loved the writer, wished she had picked an issue that wasn't so troubling for me. But yeah, the first few chapters were so positive and happy, and then you are blown away by the sharp turn the story takes. ...more
This book drove me crazy and not in a good way. I didn't find Molly, the protagonist, in any way believable as a character, one on the spectrum. The cThis book drove me crazy and not in a good way. I didn't find Molly, the protagonist, in any way believable as a character, one on the spectrum. The contradictions in her thoughts and personality were endless. I read this for a book club and couldn't wait to be finished....more