The Rosie Effect

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Review #1

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“The Rosie Effect” relies heavily on having read its predecessor, “The Rosie Project,” to make full sense. The author skillfully delves into the mind of a person with high-functioning autism, though the main character, Don, doesn’t explicitly label himself as being on the autism spectrum. Instead, he recognizes that he is wired differently. Don becomes upset when compared to “RainMan,” the autistic character from a movie, believing a world full of people like him would be efficient while dismissing RainMan’s value due to his dependency and lack of contribution to society. However, this perspective overlooks the support system around Don, which enables him to function effectively.

Don’s life is not without help, as he relies on understanding individuals, like the Dean at Columbia, who assist him in various ways, including obtaining special privileges. Despite his self-perception of self-sufficiency, he would struggle without their intervention. This leads to a shortsighted and somewhat condescending view of RainMan’s situation. The narrator, a parent of a child similar to RainMan, highlights the value and capabilities of their son, demonstrating that individuals with autism can contribute meaningfully to society.

As the story progresses, Don faces challenges in his marriage, struggling with empathy and resorting to deception to protect his pregnant wife from stress. This conflict results in a series of poor decisions by both main characters as they grapple with their individual struggles.

While the book has its humorous moments, it presents a sad transformation of an initially honest and straightforward character who becomes entangled in lies to conform socially. This theme resonates with the experience of many individuals who feel compelled to wear masks to fit in. The book touches on the issues of clinical studies and biases that can skew results.

Overall, “The Rosie Effect” is a worthwhile read, especially for its portrayal of the complexities of human behavior. To fully appreciate the characters and the story’s nuances, it’s essential to read “The Rosie Project” beforehand. The book also delves into the problems of clinical studies, emphasizing the influence of bi

Review #2

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I admire Don Tillman because I see many similarities between him and myself. He may be somewhat larger than life, especially compared to my own experiences, but his driving motivations resonate with my Aspie perspective. When I read a review criticizing the setup of the book as too similar to the first one, I couldn’t help but chuckle, wondering if the reviewer truly understood the world of someone on the autism spectrum. For many of us, adhering to routines is vital for coping in the neurotypical world, just as it is for Don. It’s only natural for him to surround himself with a mentoring neighbor and a small circle of close friends – such a structure provides a familiar and effective operating environment. If there hadn’t been a suitable neighbor, I would have expected him to relocate to a place where he could find one.

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I did have two issues with the story that led me to give it one star less. First, I felt that Rosie’s fundamental character underwent an abrupt change. In the first book, she displayed spontaneity, confidence, and strength. However, in the second book, as soon as she discovers her pregnancy, she starts doubting the marriage and has an existential crisis. It seems like either the marriage had been falling apart for some time, and we were not given that background, or she transforms from the Old Rosie to the New Rosie too quickly for us to understand the transition. The New Rosie turns out to be emotionally fragile, and the reasons she gives for wanting to leave Don are the very traits she fell in love with in the first book. She used to appreciate his quirks one-on-one and believed he would make a great father, so it’s baffling to see her change her perspective so drastically.

My second issue concerns the number of people making accommodations for Don. As someone with Asperger’s, I would love to live in a world where people routinely made such adjustments on our behalf. Savants sometimes receive that level of accommodation, but it’s rare, and Don isn’t a savant. While Don’s mannerisms and abilities may seem exaggerated, the extent to which others grant him accommodations is beyond belief from my Aspie viewpoint. Your mileage may vary on this aspect.

The central driving force of the plot is Don’s experiment with deception, and I found this aspect compelling. As an Aspie, I realized early on that lying was not my forte, so I tended to provide direct answers when asked questions. This habit deterred family and friends from inquiring about things they didn’t genuinely want to know. Don, on his lifelong quest to understand neurotypical social norms, recognizes that deception is acceptable in certain situations, such as when planning a surprise. However, he soon finds himself spiraling into a web of deceit, trapped by his own lies and obligated to keep embellishing the truth. I didn’t enjoy my own experiences with deceit, but watching Don take that emotional roller coaster ride he created for himself does provide a certain satisfaction, perhaps schadenfreude.

It is likely that another book will follow, exploring what happens after the baby is born. When it is released, I will certainly read it. My hope is that Rosie has recovered from her apparent breakdown or transformation and rejoins the cast as the strong, competent, and fully realized female lead character that she deserves to be.

Review #3

Audiobook The Rosie Effect by Graeme Simsion

Every page radiates a guaranteed smile, capturing human behavior in its purest essence. It reminds us that we are all perfectly fine just the way we are.

Review #4

Audio The Rosie Effect narrated by Dan O’Grady

This book was a good read, though at times, Don’s misunderstandings got a bit annoying. The writing was pleasant, sprinkled with jokes, and time flew by while reading it.

Review #5

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Simsion’s sequel was a bit surreal, but still quite readable. However, if I’m being honest, I personally preferred “The Rosie Project,” which I wholeheartedly recommend!

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