Mozart and the Whale: An Asperger's Love Story by Jerry Newport, Mary Newport
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Book Reviews of Mozart and the Whale: An Asperger's Love Story
Book Review: A wonderful book about a moving story
Summary: 5 Stars
Having seen the film of the same name, I was intrigued to know more about Jerry and Mary's life (Donald and Isabelle in the film). This book did not disappoint. Since both Jerry and Mary have Asperger's Syndrome, a form of autism, their upbringing was fraught with all the difficulties this condition brings. However, Mary in particular seemed to have an extraordinary difficult time and it is evident as the book progresses that she was deeply scared as a result. It is incredible that she coped as well as she did. After meeting Jerry, the ups and downs of their relationship are portrayed with the searing honesty you would expect from Asperger people and their difficulties are sometimes amusing, sometimes sad, but always deeply moving.
Each chapter is divided into two with events told first by Jerry and then by Mary. This works extremely well and, despite the involvement of a ghostwriter, their voices are distinctive and feel entirely their own.
Having Asperger's Syndrome myself, I salute Jerry and Mary for what they have done in writing this book. They share something of our baffling but completely wonderful condition and prove that it doesn't have to be a conventional romance to make a brilliant love story.
Book Review: Mozart and the Whale
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a wonderful autobiographical account of two individuals who suffered with Aspergers all their lives and did not know what was wrong with them. They are not diagnosed until later life. These stories take us from their childhood up to present, their marriage, divorce, and remarriage. I really enjoyed this book although it was depressing at times. I was taking a class in autism and this book helped me see how much suffering a individual with autism must go through on a daily basis.Book Review: Great insight into the minds of Aspies
Summary: 5 Stars
My brother has Asperger Syndrome, so I love reading books by and about Aspies. I felt like this one gave a powerful view at how they think, and it was wonderfully matched with a lively, interesting story. I haven't seen the movie yet, but I heard it is great, and I will be ordering it soon.