 First edition (US) | |
| Author | Keith Stuart |
|---|---|
| Published | 2016 |
| Publisher | St. Martin's Press |
| ISBN | 9781250111593 |
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Publishers Weekly described the book as a "funny and insightful novel about a neurotypical father’s struggle to connect with his autistic son." [1] The book also received reviews from publications including The Guardian and Irish Examiner . [2] [3]
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