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The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion

andrew_j_r's review against another edition

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4.0

I read this book as a result of hearing the author interviewed on either the Guardian Books podcast or a Radio 4 podcast.
My first thought - one that was alluded to by the author in the aforementioned interview, was that the central character in the book was basically Sheldon Cooper from The Big Bang Theory. Of course, once I was a couple of chapters in I realised that this is not the case, but the way the character behaves is a bit like what Sheldon was before he became a massive cariacature.
The book is set from the point of view of an Aspergic who is looking for a wife. As such, we see inside the mind of someone who thinks in a very different way to the way we do, and whilst you do initially find yourself laughing at him (he has the same meal on the same night every week, for example) soon you are empathising with him.
The book is about the nature of love, and makes the point very well without ever getting slushy. You are rooting for Don, the main character, to get his girl, although you are by no means certain that he will.
It's funny, it's quite thought provoking and also it's not all that long. Apparently this is Graeme Simsion's first novel, I shall await his second with interest.

gramorwal's review against another edition

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adventurous funny hopeful lighthearted relaxing fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

natnat00's review against another edition

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3.0

pros: it’s show-not-tell and Don is very likable.
cons: it is very stereotypical. maybe too much so. and i feel like the message of the book is „hey look a life without schedules is possible, actually quite nice, and if i’m really honest, might even be better“ rather than „being autistic is fine“. i like that in the end Rosie accepts Don the way he is, but getting there was a real challenge in becoming more „normal“.

beankels's review

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funny lighthearted fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

I can’t rate a book that I enjoyed lower than a 4.0 with my current ratings. I wouldn’t say this book is “quality” and probably fuels stereotypes of neurodivergence. However, I’m letting myself just enjoy a lighthearted book for what it is and leaving it at that. Maybe I’ll go back to this rating when I have more energy to critique, but the world is stressful enough to tear apart a book that I enjoyed because it was lighthearted and didn’t take much effort at all. Maybe I’m entering my fluff era. 

snowc_'s review against another edition

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5.0

This became one of my favorite books ever! I really loved all of the characters, specially Don. I find his personality so unique and quirk and I think that his view of the world is particularly interesting. The way Graeme led the story kept me completely involved and I just didn't want to stop!

mellymc's review against another edition

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4.0

Utterly adorable and very enjoyable. Don is such a likable character and I look forward to reading more about him.

wamz's review against another edition

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3.0

2.5. It has it funny moments but found their romance a little too predictable.

jaden_s's review against another edition

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fast-paced

4.0

adson814's review against another edition

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5.0

Great Great Great

this is a wonderful story. love makes people do things to better themselves and others, even when they don't intend to. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes to read.

cindyreads2024's review against another edition

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5.0

A smart, funny, endearing, and engaging book. The story is written with multi layered characters and rich personality. A must read! Read the first 10 pages and you'll be hooked.