Review: The Islands at the End of the World by Austin Aslan
The Islands at the End of the World excels on many levels—but from a purely disability perspective, it fall short of its mark.
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Review: Chime by Franny Billingsley
In no way is Briony’s depression the whole point of this novel—however, it is an important piece, and it is portrayed excellently. Chime was one of the most cathartic reading experiences of my life.
Review: Jerk, California by Jonathan Friesen
I would’ve enjoyed Jerk, California a lot more if its depiction of life with Tourette’s Syndrome was handled as well as its technical depiction of Tourette’s Syndrome itself.
Review: Side Effects May Vary by Julie Murphy
Overall, I found the portrayal of pediatric cancer iffy—better than some, worse than others. Rather than unthinking stereotypes, though, these shortcomings felt like a result of a lack of personal experience or oversights in research.
Review: Rage by Jackie Morse Kessler
I highly recommend Rage for anyone with depression, who wants to learn about depression, or anyone who just enjoys a good story. It’s moving, it’s clever, and despite its fantasy elements it’s incredibly realistic.
Review: Hunger by Jackie Morse Kessler
Hunger sings with authenticity. Lisabeth’s anorexia is visceral, bordering on uncomfortable, exactly as it should.
Review: Evidence of Things Not Seen by Lindsey Lane
Tommy Smythe disappears one Friday night, and even after weeks of searching he can’t be found. This is the story of a rural community’s search for Tommy, and the complicated social networks created by wrongdoings and secrets in a small town.
Review: The War That Saved My Life by Kimberly Brubaker Bradley
I could criticize the focus on “fixing” and of the correlation between unwantedness and disability, but the book is focused on unwantedness in a broader fashion; Ava is as challenged by her circumstances as she is by her clubfoot.
Review: Rogue by Lyn Miller-Lachmann
What I love most about Kiara—and the novel itself—is that she is unflinchingly genuine. Sooner or later, most Aspie characters written by neurotypicals eventually become caricatures. Having an Autistic character written by an actual Aspie makes all the difference.
Define Me … If You Dare!
I have to accumulate all the data from these varying experiences and use them to define myself. Otherwise, others will do it for me.