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I enjoyed the book. I did not know it was an installment. I found it quite clever, funny and a moving book. Certainly not the norm in a good. Well done.

Thanks to NetGalley and the Publisher for the advance read.

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I really wanted to like this book more than I did. I adored Rosie and Don in the first title in this trilogy. I was excited to see a third installment. I just didn't feel the same level of attachment to them as in the past.

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This is one of my favorite series so human so emotional a story that shows even if you don’t fit into the everyday form of life you can find love marriage and raise children,Being on the spectrum is a moving part of Don& Rose and now their son life.This so special so unique and so well written grab this series,@netgalley @textpublisher.

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I received an advanced reader’s copy in exchange for an honest review

Autism spectrum characters deserve positive stories, but I sometimes worry that books written by neurotypical people for neurotypical people with the requisite happy ending do people with autism no favors. Autism is a real thing, and autistic people suffer bullying at school, at work, throughout their lives, and their parents and teachers and employers often fail them because the situation is far more complicated than can be summed up in a feel-good story. Where’s those stories? Maybe bullying isn’t a feel-good narrative

The only person I really felt was Liz the Angry Autistic Lesbian. I’d read the he’ll out of her book.

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4.5 stars

What a fantastic conclusion.

Don, is a scientist with Aspergers and his relationship with Rosie is just wonderful. Especially considering where Don started out from, and all the hurdles he had to overcome. Seeing him now with his child, and still going strong with Rosie after 13 years made me love him even more. Personally, I love it when kids are part of a story. Even better if the kid is like Hudson, a mini Don, with all his complexities.

I’m not going to lie, I have a weakness for quirky characters.

And often that comes when characters who struggle with every day occurrences, social niceties, and an overall way of thinking differently in a world that isn’t very forgiving or tolerant.

The Rosie Result is all about Don trying to make Hudson’s life at school easier. The way he goes about is heart warming and so “Don”. Hudson, with eleven years has a mind of his own, and a very strong personality. And I loved how the author took the offerings and advice of a village to resolve it all.

Don’s problem solving as always made me grin and chuckle. He still struggles with some aspects but he has Rosie to guide him when unsure. I truly love their relationship. The outspokenness, openness, and honesty between them works wonders.

Also incredibly fascinating was the interaction between school and parents, all the small dramas and school politics, especially in regards to Autism. It was a bit eye-opening too if I’m honest. But I loved how united Don and Rosie were in all things Hudson. I could talk for hours about the way Don and Rosie made me smile whenever they played good cop and bad cop – at least their version of it.

I believe this might even be the BEST book in this series.

That’s actually pretty amazing – it’s rare that sequels surpass the first novel. But for me it’s all about kids – they make books even better. And actually bring out the best in many characters.

I had the BEST time reading the finale of a series that I’ve enjoyed so much over the years. It’s actually bittersweet knowing that there won’t be another Don book. Especially since this one was SO GOOD!!

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Thank you NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC in exchange for my honest opinion!

I love the Rosie Project and the Rosie Result! Don Tillman is such a wonderful character! It is such a refreshing read and it doesn't disappoint. Don and Rosie's son sees probably the most character development in this book and a lot of it is through Don's perspective.

I didn't want to finish this book because I knew it would be the final goodbye to Don and Rosie.

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Graeme Simsion's Don Tillman character is one of my all-time favorites. The first book, The Rosie Project, had me laughing so loudly that I was getting strange looks from my husband. I was worried that the next books would not be as good, but fortunately each of the books is a treat!
The Rosie Result is the third in the series and introduces us to Rosie and Don's son Hudson. Hudson has many of Don's traits and their lives seem to have many parallels. It is clear that the people around them either don't fully understand them or refuse to accept their strengths. It's a hard period for Don but even tougher for his middle school /11-year old son.
It isn't just that there are bullies or that the teachers and administrators make mean, humiliating, degrading comments. Don worries that the loneliness that he felt throughout his childhood and young adult life will follow his son Hudson around. It's something that Don undertakes to prevent in his usual methodical, systematic way. However, no matter how carefully prepared, Don's plans don't go as he hoped. Fortunately, Hudson has his own strategy and strengths.
The Rosie Result brings some of our favorite characters in tough, real situations with plenty of humor. Don's honest and innate kindness come shining through.

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Oh how I love this series! I was giddy when I received my advanced copy and couldn’t put it down. The Rosie Result was just as heartwarming, quirky and fun as the first two books of the series. Simsion’s writing is so special and I love how such serious issues are tackled in a relatable way. This is a series I will read again and again.

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