By Holly Robinson Peete
This unique look into a family that has been affected by autism is eye opening. Not only is this well written it's honestly written and real world. Meet a set of twins one of them has autism and the other is "normal". What this well crafted story achieves is different aspects of the twins lives from both view points. As the teen twins enter into a new school year they have a host of new challenges. To hear both aspects of their school day interesting to say the least.
Charlie is autistic and has been held back to repeat his freshman year in highschool. He hates transferring between classes, likes to wear his hoodie, his music and one of his sister's friends. He is looking forward to not being watched by his sister this year.
Callie is going into the tenth grade is smart and very protective of her brother. She is almost maternalistic and often has to protect and mother her twin. She resents, at times, how much of her life is centered around her twin and wants her independence
The two learn to get on their own, handle first dates, body changes, bullying and a family vacation. The only downfall to this book is it left me wanting me more insights I wanted to read more about their year and how they moved forward throughout the year. For that reason only I am giving this book a 4 our of 5 stars. I think this book is appropriate for all students in seventh grade and higher. If you've ever wanted insight into autism or just want a good read, this is the book for you.
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