Review of Musings of an Autistic Mind

[Owuamanam Eberechukwu]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Musings of an Autistic Mind" by Darryl Jefferson.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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Musings of an Autistic Mind by Darryl Jefferson is a compelling and insightful exploration of life on the autistic spectrum. In this book, the author delves into the intricacies of relationships, the difficulty in pursuing sexual and romantic relationships, the frustrations accompanying failures in these pursuits, and the resilience required to navigate life's hurdles as an Aspie (a person with Asperger's syndrome).

Suppose you have seen the American medical drama The Good Doctor, the Korean drama Extraordinary Attorney Woo, or even the American teen drama Atypical. In that case, you will enjoy and appreciate reading Musings of an Autistic Mind a lot as it offers more insight and analysis into the lives of those on the autistic spectrum with such careful detail, statistics, and personal experiences.

I singled out the Netflix series Atypical simply because the author referenced the friendship between Zahid and Sam, who is on the spectrum in the show, as an excellent example of the relationship between a particular friend of his and him.

Reading about his early years, friends, failed crushes, dating and hookups, escorts, and an actual relationship made me understand how autism and trauma are a terrible combo to grow up with because the two feed off each other. It also gave me insights into the realities Aspies live through and how they differ due to their social handicap.

Jefferson's personal experiences, careful analysis, and relatable anecdotes make this book valuable for anyone seeking to understand autism better.

Despite the occasional profanity (right from the 4th page) and references to sexual activities which I did not like, the book maintains a captivating narrative that keeps readers engaged. It was also exceptionally well-edited. Hence, I rate the book a 5 out of 5.

With a rating of 5 out of 5, Jefferson has successfully achieved his goal of shedding light on the realities Aspies face and providing a platform for meaningful discussions on the subject.

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Musings of an Autistic Mind
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