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The Darkroom: Case Files of a Scotland Yard Forensic Photographer by A.J. Hewitt

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4.75

Sensory: Life on the Spectrum by Schnumn

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4.25

A really interesting anthology of autistic creativity. Lots of different visual styles. 
Only downside is that some of the content is a little repetitive. I would perhaps recommend not reading it cover to cover but dipping in and out. 
Some of the creators provide really useful information and coping strategies. 
Every Contact Leaves a Trace: My Life as a Crime Scene Investigator by Jo Ward

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3.25

A little dry I was hoping for more science and stories with greater detail but it made a nice break from fiction. 

I will say there were points where I couldn’t put it down! 
Red Rising (dramatised with full cast) by Pierce Brown

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  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

4.25

The Seven Ages of Death: A Forensic Pathologist's Journey Through Life by Dr. Richard Shepherd

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5.0

Fascinating, at points a hard and emotional read but well worth the effort. 
Untypical: How the world isn't built for autistic people and what we should all do about it by Pete Wharmby

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4.5

I enjoyed the books structure separating the subject matter into themes e.g employment was really helpful. I read it cover to cover but it would be easy to look things up in future if I just wanted to refresh myself on a section. 

My only criticism would be that although there were many facts and statistics the whole book is skewed towards the male experience. Given the author is male it’s not surprising. 

It is nice to read a book by someone also late diagnosed, I saw a lot of my own life experience in that. 
Revival by Stephen King

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  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? No
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Twisted and warped, this novel sits somewhere between science fiction, religion and mysticism and horror. It links the music industry with science and the prosperity gospel. 
Killing For Company: The No. 1 bestseller behind the ITV drama ‘Des' by Brian Masters

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2.25

Very detailed, almost to detailed. 

Fascinating subject matter but odd structure that jumps around a timeline at points. 

A bit dry. 
Fire and Bones by Kathy Reichs

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5.0

Disability Intimacy by Alice Wong

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5.0