600 Hours of Edward

By: Craig Lancaster

Narrated by: Luke Daniels

Length: 7 hrs and 37 mins

Publisher's summary

A 39-year-old with Asperger’s syndrome and obsessive-compulsive disorder, Edward Stanton lives alone on a rigid schedule in the Montana town where he grew up. His carefully constructed routine includes tracking his most common waking time (7:38 a.m.), refusing to start his therapy sessions even a minute before the appointed hour (10:00 a.m.), and watching one episode of the 1960s cop show Dragnet each night (10:00 p.m.).

But when a single mother and her nine-year-old son move in across the street, Edward’s timetable comes undone. Over the course of a momentous 600 hours, he opens up to his new neighbors and confronts old grievances with his estranged parents. Exposed to both the joys and heartaches of friendship, Edward must ultimately decide whether to embrace the world outside his door or retreat to his solitary ways.

Heartfelt and hilarious, this moving novel will appeal to fans of Daniel Keyes’ classic Flowers for Algernon and to any reader who loves an underdog.

©2012 Craig Lancaster (P)2012 Brilliance Audio, Inc.

Really enjoyed this book

I loved this book. The main character has autism and OCD - it would be easy for the author to focus on this and turn the main characters thought process and behavior in to cute little eccentricities but he doesn't. Instead the main character is presented as thoughtful, honest, reflective, genuine. The reader couldn't have been better. All around great read/ listen.

A nice surprise!

I LOVED THIS BOOK. Like many others who just loved Edward- so did I. A great listen...so much that when it ended, I was so sad....so I went and immediately bought Edward Adrift.....! Im 2/3 way thru and not disappointed in the least....I would listen to both again. It was funny,moving, and sad at times. I loved Edwards simplicity & genius at the same time- such an escape for me.

Beautiful story

This is a beautiful and touching story of how a 39 year old man with Aspergers deals with the world. Full of heartache and humor this is an amazing story. Luke Daniels, one of my favorite narrators, does this story justice with his perfect performance.

Worth listening to more than once

I actually downloaded and listened to this book more than a year ago. (I can't believe I didn't write a review then, but my reviews are impulsive and sporadic!)

Because I remembered it as such a moving story, I listened to it again.

It still made me cry. And laugh. And love Edward.

It's a funny, painful, joyous, beautiful story. Well worth the time.

Excellent book.

What made the experience of listening to 600 Hours of Edward the most enjoyable?

This book was in the point of view of Edward, an adult Autistic man who is learning to live on his own.

Who was your favorite character and why?

I really liked Edward as I have a significant family member who is also Autistic.

What about Luke Daniels’s performance did you like?

I liked his voice. I could imagine Edward pausing in his head to repeat words that he liked.

I fell in love with Edward

What made the experience of listening to 600 Hours of Edward the most enjoyable?

All that Edward goes through and he still is true to himself. I loved how the story unfolded.

Charming Story

Bought this book on the recent 2 for 1 sale and so glad I did An easy listen, very enjoyable tale.

I really like Edward! He is a challenge.

Edward reminds us that good comes in many packages and is worth the wait. Enjoyed very much.

Ausgezeichnet

I love the word Ausgezeichnet! It's German for excellent and maybe Edward would add it to his list of favorite words. The story really is excellent and Luke Daniels perfect!!! (I don't know the German word for perfect but I loved this book)

Edward

Loved it! Edward was a very funny character and fun to learn about. It was fun going through his life with him and watching him overcoming difficulties. Cliff hanger though!!!