A review by heathertuna
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon

2.0

I was recommended this book at a bookstore after telling the person there that I loved the book "Flowers for Algernon". Let me tell you, this book does not compare to "Flowers for Algernon". The perspective of the book was interesting, but somewhat distracting considering that you have no idea what mental illness this child has and it is all told from his viewpoint. I enjoyed about the 1st half of the book, but the last half i found lacking. It did not have the stamina to keep you focused on the book and the ever-changing story. I wound up finishing it because I can't stand not finishing a book that I have invested that much time in.

The book also left me wondering what mental illness this boy's mother had as well? It seems like her writing style and mannerisms are a lighter version of her son's.