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emotional informative reflective slow-paced

3.75

An interesting look into the life of one autistic person as told by her mother. It is very clear that the author loves her daughter, and wants her to have a good life, but sometimes it feels a bit infantilizing or like it makes sweeping generalizations. 
It is, however, a very clear look into the world of autism — as seen specifically by Clara when it comes to Jessy, in the late 90s (this is a 2001 book). We have come quite far when it comes to understanding and knowledge of autism since then, but I think this is still a book of value to read. It does not treat autism as pure deficit and often makes reference to 'autistic delight,' which I appreciated.

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