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A review by bethanyarv26
House Rules by Jodi Picoult
4.0
Definitely a solid four to four and a half stars. Not my favorite book of hers and not my least favorite either. My biggest complaint about the book are the mentions that vaccines cause autism. It’s mentioned a handful of times with no opposing views. It makes it sound like fact when it’s not and that was extremely frustrating. There were other bits and pieces about they story itself that I wished were different or aspects of the story that I wish she dove into a little more.
But overall, Picoult is simply a phenomenal author. Her characters are complex and well thought out. The relationships in her books, this included, are realistically complicated and discussed at a length that the reader truly understands the emotions and thoughts behind the actions and choices of the characters. Specifically in this book, Jacob’s relationships with the other characters were particularly interesting to consider and read about. As someone that has worked, like Jess, with kids with autism, it was amazing how many of my kids I saw in Jacob. He was well written, and a truly likable character.
Picoult’s books always leave me wanting more. I’m always left wondering what happens next for the characters? Getting that sort of reader engagement and investment is the mark of great author. I can’t wait to dive into more of her books and characters soon.
But overall, Picoult is simply a phenomenal author. Her characters are complex and well thought out. The relationships in her books, this included, are realistically complicated and discussed at a length that the reader truly understands the emotions and thoughts behind the actions and choices of the characters. Specifically in this book, Jacob’s relationships with the other characters were particularly interesting to consider and read about. As someone that has worked, like Jess, with kids with autism, it was amazing how many of my kids I saw in Jacob. He was well written, and a truly likable character.
Picoult’s books always leave me wanting more. I’m always left wondering what happens next for the characters? Getting that sort of reader engagement and investment is the mark of great author. I can’t wait to dive into more of her books and characters soon.