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kelly_e's review against another edition
informative
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
Title: The Rosie Result
Author: Graeme Simsion
Series: Don Tillman #3
Genre: Fiction
Rating: 2.75
Pub Date: May 28, 2019
T H R E E β’ W O R D S
Genuine β’ Informative β’ Monotone
π S Y N O P S I S
Don and Rosie have returned to Australia with their eleven-year-old son, Hudson, in tow. Hudson is having a hard time adjusting to his new school, and Don knows all too well what that is like. With Rosie dealing with a strict boss, Don tasks himself with helping his son as best he can. It will mean letting Hudson make his way in the world, and grappling with awkward truths about his own identity.
π T H O U G H T S
The Rosie Result is the final installment in the Don Tillman trilogy by Graeme Simsion, and picks up eleven years after the previous book. I'll start out by saying the writing is good. There is decent pacing, and an easy to follow flow that allows for a respectful discussion of autism and the question of diagnosis.
Unfortunately, it seemed completely different, especially in tone, from The Rosie Project and The Rosie Effect. The main focus here is clearly on Don, and his son, Hudson's relationship. I thought the supporting cast from the previous books were an integral part of what made them so successful, so with that aspect missing, the plot often felt boring, at times more like social commentary than anything else.
At the end of the day, this third book just didn't seem necessary to me. It's quite possible that my reading tastes have changed over the years, but the humour just wasn't the same. It does speak to important issues, and explores love, parenting and being comfortable in one's skin, something I find valuable. But I also wanted to be entertained, which didn't happen.
π R E C O M M E N D β’ T O
β’ fans of The Big Bang Theory
β’ autism advocates
π F A V O U R I T E β’ Q U O T E S
"Itβs better to learn from people who have had to work hard to achieve their skills, rather than the naturally talented."
"None of us is expert in all situations. It is a sign of intelligence to recognize our limitations and of maturity to seek help when required."
Author: Graeme Simsion
Series: Don Tillman #3
Genre: Fiction
Rating: 2.75
Pub Date: May 28, 2019
T H R E E β’ W O R D S
Genuine β’ Informative β’ Monotone
π S Y N O P S I S
Don and Rosie have returned to Australia with their eleven-year-old son, Hudson, in tow. Hudson is having a hard time adjusting to his new school, and Don knows all too well what that is like. With Rosie dealing with a strict boss, Don tasks himself with helping his son as best he can. It will mean letting Hudson make his way in the world, and grappling with awkward truths about his own identity.
π T H O U G H T S
The Rosie Result is the final installment in the Don Tillman trilogy by Graeme Simsion, and picks up eleven years after the previous book. I'll start out by saying the writing is good. There is decent pacing, and an easy to follow flow that allows for a respectful discussion of autism and the question of diagnosis.
Unfortunately, it seemed completely different, especially in tone, from The Rosie Project and The Rosie Effect. The main focus here is clearly on Don, and his son, Hudson's relationship. I thought the supporting cast from the previous books were an integral part of what made them so successful, so with that aspect missing, the plot often felt boring, at times more like social commentary than anything else.
At the end of the day, this third book just didn't seem necessary to me. It's quite possible that my reading tastes have changed over the years, but the humour just wasn't the same. It does speak to important issues, and explores love, parenting and being comfortable in one's skin, something I find valuable. But I also wanted to be entertained, which didn't happen.
π R E C O M M E N D β’ T O
β’ fans of The Big Bang Theory
β’ autism advocates
π F A V O U R I T E β’ Q U O T E S
"Itβs better to learn from people who have had to work hard to achieve their skills, rather than the naturally talented."
"None of us is expert in all situations. It is a sign of intelligence to recognize our limitations and of maturity to seek help when required."
Content Warnings
Graphic: Ableism and Bullying
Moderate: Body shaming, Domestic abuse, Infidelity, and Toxic relationship
Minor: Animal death and Violence
madelnguttorms1's review against another edition
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Ableism, Bullying, Cancer, Chronic illness, Death, Domestic abuse, Mental illness, Physical abuse, Terminal illness, Toxic relationship, Violence, Grief, and Death of parent
Minor: Animal cruelty, Animal death, Infertility, Infidelity, and Suicidal thoughts