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3.46 AVERAGE
3.46 AVERAGE
A little chewier than the first. I originally got The Rosie series because I wanted some light hearted fun that I could read in one sitting. But I definitely connected to the characters and it was hard for me to continue on when things started getting a bit more complicated for Don in this one. I was very happy with the ending. This book did change me slightly.
challenging
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
First and only issue: What happened to Gene and Claudia? Why was their relationship treated like Xaden's and Violet's in Iron Flame? Anyways, back to the main story, it was so cute how I noticed the subtle tradition Don acquired--giving the flower that corresponds to the person's name on an important occasion (e.g. Daphne was given daphnes and roses for Rosie). Don has once again proven his adeptness in being human, a definition that's unconventional to his "not exactly average" personality, because he is more human that "normal people". I could not stop laughing from the instances when everything was so chaotic. He was so good at everything he puts his mind into. like Wednesday Addams (I forgot the term), but still with awkwardness and lack. Don is selfless and he deserves every possible good thing is his life: Fatherhood!
Last year, Graeme Simsion blew me away with The Rosie Project. Despite my qualms at the beginning, Don Tillman soon became a character who I absolutely adored. His punctuality, honesty, and over the top preparation for everything in life made him an intriguing person. I wasn't expecting to love Don. I wasn't even really expecting to like him, to be honest. Graeme Simsion's writing prowess changed all of that, and I was completely thrilled. So, when I saw The Rosie Effect pop up as a sequel? Well, I knew I'd have to read it. No question about it.
Now for those of you who might be coming in to these books new, let me tell you a little about Don. He has Asperger's, and as such is a rather complex man. He schedules everything, loves to gain new knowledge, and has a bit of a hard time with empathy and social situations. That's why I was so intrigued by the premise of The Rosie Effect. We all know that the prospect of a new baby is exciting, but stressful. I could only imagine how Don, of all people, would deal with an unexpected pregnancy. In my mind, I saw lots of intense planning! I was right. Oh yes, I was right.
I think it's only fair to mention that Rosie is rather insufferable in this particular book. I had a difficult time with her the first time around. Her feminist views, and overall demeanor in fact, were only bearable because Don was so sweet on her. I couldn't let her derail my adoration of him. This time, I almost put this book down multiple times because of Rosie's character. Her selfishness, her petty views, the way she treated Don, all of it made me want to slap her and tell her that he was too good for her anyway. As before, Don really stole the show and that helped a lot with my enjoyment of this book. I'm pretty sure my opinion of Rosie borders on abject hate at his point though.
Moving on, even Rosie wasn't enough to keep me from loving this story. Watching Don's growth from the last book to this one was wonderful and hilarious. His new groups of friends, the new problems he creates for himself, all of it was classic Don. He's a character that I can't help but like. I have to say that he just keeps on surprising me. Despite everything else, I had a lot of fun watching him navigate this new chapter in his life. Bravo, Mr. Simsion. Let's hope that if these two come back for another book, Rosie gets her act together.
Now for those of you who might be coming in to these books new, let me tell you a little about Don. He has Asperger's, and as such is a rather complex man. He schedules everything, loves to gain new knowledge, and has a bit of a hard time with empathy and social situations. That's why I was so intrigued by the premise of The Rosie Effect. We all know that the prospect of a new baby is exciting, but stressful. I could only imagine how Don, of all people, would deal with an unexpected pregnancy. In my mind, I saw lots of intense planning! I was right. Oh yes, I was right.
I think it's only fair to mention that Rosie is rather insufferable in this particular book. I had a difficult time with her the first time around. Her feminist views, and overall demeanor in fact, were only bearable because Don was so sweet on her. I couldn't let her derail my adoration of him. This time, I almost put this book down multiple times because of Rosie's character. Her selfishness, her petty views, the way she treated Don, all of it made me want to slap her and tell her that he was too good for her anyway. As before, Don really stole the show and that helped a lot with my enjoyment of this book. I'm pretty sure my opinion of Rosie borders on abject hate at his point though.
Moving on, even Rosie wasn't enough to keep me from loving this story. Watching Don's growth from the last book to this one was wonderful and hilarious. His new groups of friends, the new problems he creates for himself, all of it was classic Don. He's a character that I can't help but like. I have to say that he just keeps on surprising me. Despite everything else, I had a lot of fun watching him navigate this new chapter in his life. Bravo, Mr. Simsion. Let's hope that if these two come back for another book, Rosie gets her act together.
Loved the first book, really looked forward to the second and it didn't disappoint. Funny, touching and compelling.
I just could not enjoy this book. The charm is gone and I lost interest in the characters.
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
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
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I loved the first one, and this one was still fun but it felt a lot more forced. A central problem of the plot is driven by an unreasonable character without sufficient backstory to understand that unreasonableness, and other aspects of it feel a bit forced. The final resolution didn't quite sell with me either.
The end result was to leave me happy enough to have read it but considering it nowhere near the class of the first one.
The end result was to leave me happy enough to have read it but considering it nowhere near the class of the first one.
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Another wonderful book in this series that just made me laugh and shake my head at the craziness that Don Tillman got himself into! It seems as though many of the situations that Don happens to find himself in could be avoided however, Don finds a way to be involved and noticed, which always ends up into a disaster someway or other. I love how Don's relationship with 'Bud' (Rosie and Don's unborn child) is brought into question, along with the introduction of many new characters, such as Lydia, Sonia (Dave's wife), and Inge (Gene's love interest). A lot of drama definitely happened which kept me on my toes while reading, although, it didn't catch my attention as thoroughly as the first book, which I found to be hilarious! This book did have great moments, but also some low points that were a bit slow. Would highly recommend this series to anyone, you won't be disappointed!