Reviewed by Amber (The Literary Phoenix) on
1. Don Tillman is an excellent character. His narrative voice is engaging, detailed, and keeps the pacing comfortable.
2. I surprised myself by being on again, off again about Rosie. Sometimes I like her, sometimes I didn't. That made her a highly engaging character, because I wasn't sure if I wanted them to be in love, to be friends, or to be far away from one another.
3. While this is clearly categorized everywhere as a "fun, romantic read," I found the analysis of Don to be the most engaging aspect of the story. At no point in this book was I certain of the outcome, even as a "romance". That was nice.
4. While it's never specifically stated in the book, it's widely accepted that Don has Asperger's Syndrome. I did a little research on this topic and found an article saying that Simison didn't actually do much research on this topic - Don is based off people he has encountered in information technology. Despite the lack of in-depth technical research, Don seems like a good character. I don't have Asperger's myself and therefore have no real right to judge... but the community opinion of Don's representation seems widely positive as well.
5. I just really liked Claudia's character. And I wanted to punch Gene. Or at least smack him upside the head, the self prick.
I don't really have a lot to say about this book other than I really enjoyed it, and that I liked the characters. It was quick, and fun... as advertised. It's a bit out of my normal range as well, so that was a nice change! After The Cider House Rules, The Rosie Project hit the spot. I'll definitely read the sequel.
This book is perfect if you just want a nice story for a change. Something without excessive drama. Something light and interesting, that you can real over a weekend or on the beach. It's simply wonderful.
Reading updates
- Started reading
- 24 January, 2018: Finished reading
- 24 January, 2018: Reviewed