![]() ![]() This tale could (and does) occur in far too many families - perhaps it may save some. Apart from the background of the mother who, in this book, is extremely literate and her 'tone', initially, somewhat condescending, the reader soon realizes that this 'tone' is perhaps more defensive than otherwise. The problems appears to be ones which the family can not solve because they are not so serious that they could be attributed to a major defect in the son. In a series of letters to her husband, the description of life with her family is laid bare - leading the reader through a series of events which collectively point to disaster. The exploration of family dynamics is brilliant and resonates The story explores the frustrations of having a reasonably bright but completely puzzling child - one with enough differences to cause concern - but the perception is not shared by his father, which naturally leads the mother to question her own observations. The author weaves a tapestry so fine that the reader becomes more an observer who can't help identifying with the protagonist or questioning her actions, lack of action, and reactions. ![]() ![]() Probably one of the most cleverly-written books I have ever read. ![]()
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