The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

De: Mark Haddon

Narrado por: Jeff Woodman

Fifteen-year-old Christopher Boone has Asperger's Syndrome, a condition similar to autism. He doesn't like to be touched or meet new people, he cannot make small talk, and he hates the colors brown and yellow. He is a math whiz with a very logical brain who loves solving puzzles that have definite answers.

One night, he observes that the neighbor's dog has been killed, since it is not moving and has a large garden fork stuck in its body. Christopher knows this is wrong. He has never left his street on his own before, but now he'll have to in order to find out who killed the dog. What he discovers will shake the very foundation of his perfectly ordered life.

Critically acclaimed author Mark Haddon, a two-time BAFTA winner, crafts a stunning masterpiece that is funny, honest, and incredibly moving.

©2003 Mark Haddon (P)2003 Recorded Books, LLC

Reseñas de la Crítica

• Alex Award Winner, 2004

"The novel brims with touching, ironic humor. The result is an eye-opening work in a unique and compelling literary voice." (Publishers Weekly)
"Fresh and inventive." (Booklist)
"Smart, honest and wrenching....Will quickly hook you in." (San Francisco Chronicle)
"Gloriously eccentric and wonderfully intelligent." (The Boston Globe)

Not

A previous reviewer compared this title to Life of Pi. I was particularly disappointed with the ultimate storyline of that book and felt exploited by the author. That, however, is not the case with this book. It is a fascinating eye into the mind of someone who doesn't think like the rest of us. I always enjoy readings that challenge our world views and this does so while also showing how that difference has an impact on those around us. In this case, a not-too-atypical family trying their best to negotiate life. It's about so much more than "the curious incident." You'll enjoy!

far longer than it ought to be

Yes, this book has a unique point of view and yes, this book has an interesting protagonist, but that doesn't make it a good book, or a well written book. I felt like I was being hit over the head with the same descriptions of that uniqueness (clearly Asperger Syndrome) over and over and over again. Maybe that's the point - that those with Asperger's are very often fixated on something and use phrases or descriptions repetitively? But the author himself has said it's not a book about Asperger's, it's a book about being different and making one's way in the world as an outsider. In that case, I think he wrote a repetitive and overly-long book that made me care less and less about the protagonist as time wore on. Probably would have been a better short story than a short novel.

Wonderful story, with a bonus ...

I loved this story. For those of us who love people with autism (or related spectrum disorders),,that cannot articulate what goes on in their heads, meet your spokesperson, Christopher. This glimpse into the minds of the affected is a priceless window! BRAVO Christopher! You're a fine detective!

Charming and insightful

I didn't know what to expect, but Curious Incident is ideal for an audio book, and probably suitable for any age past kindergarten. It is definitely a book I will keep in my car for those times I have grandchildren or nieces and nephews visiting. Curious Incident will inform and educate as it amuses and entertains both adults and bright curious children.

This insight into the mind of the autistic will remain with me for life, and Christopher has so charmed me I want to know more and more about his life.

Enjoyed it immensely

This is fiction written through the eyes of a teen boy with Asperger's Syndrome. I approached it with caution, only buying it because of an Editor's Choice recommendation.

Contrary to what I expected I quickly became involved in both the boy and the story.

I listened on a long car trip and stopped only when I needed gas for the car and coffee for me. If I could've done it without the stops I would have! Fascinating!