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3.91 AVERAGE
3.91 AVERAGE
Why do I keep reading Jodi Picoult books when they just annoy me? I do not know.
I’ve had an up-and-down relationship with Jodi Picoult books, but the ones I’ve loved, have been PHENOMENAL. This one focuses on Asperger’s Syndrome and how society forces neurodivergent individuals to try and fit into a box of social acceptability. But when Jacob’s tutor is murdered, he becomes the prime suspect for no other reason than his obsession with crime scenes. I loved this book. It was heartbreaking, frustrating, and so incredibly moving. If we see neurodivergence as a super power, rather than a hinderance, we never know what will happen.
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Gut Instinct Rating: 10
Characters: 9
Believability: 10
Uniqueness: 10
Writing Style: 10
Excitement Factor: 10
Story Line: 10
Title Relevance: 10
Artwork Relevance: 8
Audiobook Narration: 10
Overall: 4.85
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Gut Instinct Rating: 10
Characters: 9
Believability: 10
Uniqueness: 10
Writing Style: 10
Excitement Factor: 10
Story Line: 10
Title Relevance: 10
Artwork Relevance: 8
Audiobook Narration: 10
Overall: 4.85
I had low expectations for the book but I was so wrong! This book is amazing! Each chapter is a narrative told from one of five characters in the book. It follows the story of Jacob, an 18 year old boy with Aspergers. He has a fascination with forensic science and crime scene but the way he doesn't make eye contact and is jittery looks like guilt to the police. The book is very well written and gets an in depth look at autism and how the judicial system handles mental disabilities. The only cons about this book are that at some points it can be a bit predictable and the ending wasn't as epic as I expected. But I recommend this book to everyone, especially mothers, it will hit home with moms. If you enjoyed Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime, you will enjoy this! Very very good, five stars, will definitely read more by Picoult.
It's pretty much the same situation as My Sister's Keeper and at least two other of Picoult's books: mother obsessed/focused on a child with a disability/illness while her other kid(s) are left to understand that the other sibling has to come first. Then there's a court case.
It was compelling the first time I read it. Gets less each time she trots out the same plot.
It was compelling the first time I read it. Gets less each time she trots out the same plot.
medium-paced
Loveable characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This one of her better books. I enjoyed the story line and liked the way life was portrayed for Jacob and his family.
I liked this book more than I've liked Jodi Picoults last few books but at the same time I found the end of this book to be unsatisfying. Too many loose ends were left for my liking. It was however interesting to read and find out more about autism and Aspergers syndrome.
challenging
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
challenging
emotional
informative
mysterious
reflective
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
N/A
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I listened to this mp3 in my car. It was very engaging.