Review: Possibly the most thought provoking book I have ever read.
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 05 31, 2013
This is a coming of age story with a difference! Adam who has profound learning difficulties narrates his own dialogue in a unique and original style which quickly engaged and enthralled me.Despite his condition Adam spends his time trying to make sense of life both within and outwith his home. When the family move to the country he finds a whole new world to explore however that isn't the only change, his siblings are developing at a faster pace than he can understand and his parents' also seem to be changing. Add to all this the trials and tribulations of finding a new school which he can fit into and life just becomes increasingly complex.Having read The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time I wondered what more this author could bring  to the topic and I must say I was not disappointed. From the outset I warmed to Adam and despite his challenging and at times inappropriate behaviour that relationship never faltered. The author helps the reader see beyond Adam's actions to the extent that they become justifiable in view of the way the world fails to understand his motivation.This book was in turn inspirational, heart-warming and harrowing but never was it mundane or run of the mill. I was in total awe at this new author's skill as he made me laugh, cry and ultimately finish his book with a sigh and thoughts on my own attitudes towards diversity which will remain with me for some time to come.I only finished this book yesterday and I just can't stop talking about it!