The Rosie Result

In 2013 The Rosie Project by Australian author, Graeme Simsion, was published to great acclaim. This book was followed by The Rosie Effect with the third book in the series published in February this year.

When Don and Rosie decide to return to Australia from New York their eleven year old son, Hudson, is far from pleased. Hudson has difficulty coping with change and Don recognises in his son many of the characteristics that he also has. He is therefore determined to ensure that his son learns skills, social and physical, to help him make friends and fit in at school.

Like the other books in the series this is an amusing book to read but it also looks at issues such as the possible dangers of labelling people and when are children old enough to make decisions affecting their health. This is a book about teamwork as Don enlists the assistance of family and friends to help him with Hudson. Hudson's issues also provide other characters to re-evaluate some of their beliefs and understanding of why they act the way they do. This is an enjoyable book, well worth reading. If you enjoyed the other two Rosie books you will enjoy this one.