Episode 52: We read "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time by Mark Haddon"

In this episode we discuss this book The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time. It’s a mystery novel told from the perspective of Christopher Boone, a 15-year-old boy with autism, who investigates the mysterious death of a neighbor’s dog.

This book stands out because some of us have close relatives we’ve observed closely. Many authors struggle to depict this accurately, often relying on assumptions, but this book comes remarkably close to reflecting the behaviors we’ve witnessed firsthand.

Autism is often misunderstood and misrepresented, with many assuming it’s just about social difficulties or intellectual disability. In reality, it’s a spectrum with diverse experiences, including unique strengths, sensory sensitivities, and different ways of thinking. Media and stereotypes often oversimplify or exaggerate traits, leading to misconceptions.

Please do tell us if you liked this book and why?