The Rosie Project, Graeme Simsion (4.0)
If you are a fan of the character, Sheldon, on ‘The Big
Bang Theory’, you are likely to enjoy this book, as the narrator is a
Sheldon-esque character. While very aware of his social ‘issues’, he appears to
have Asperger’s, but is unaware of the label. The story is a light, romantic
comedy of a nerdy assistant genetics professor in Australia trying to find
love. While the plot is quite predictable, I really enjoyed Don’s perspective
on life and love and following his journey was fun. Most of the characters
could have been fleshed out a bit better, but it’s hard to quibble when you are
laughing. Like Sheldon, Don has warmth that sneaks out enough times to make you
root for him and hope he succeeds in life. I particularly liked how Don’s
journey highlights the unique qualities of people on the spectrum in a positive
way.
