Thursday, January 4, 2018

WHAT TO SAY NEXT, by Julie Buxbaum

The story: David and Kit have known each other in passing all their lives. It takes the death of Kit's father in a car accident to bring them together at an isolated lunch table in their high school cafeteria. David ("somewhere on the spectrum") and Kit strike up an unlikely friendship that goes in directions neither of them ever expected. But when David accidentally reveals Kit's biggest secret, can the damage ever be undone?

June Cleaver's ratings: Language PG-13 (the "s" word appears about every other page); Violence PG-13 (a bullying beat-down); Sexual content PG-13 (significant making out); Nudity G; Substance abuse R; GLBT content G; Adult themes (bullying, underage drinking, grief and guilt) PG-13; overall rating PG-13.

Liz's comments: I liked this one a lot. I feel like handing it to the mothers of several boys I know with Asperger's syndrome who wonder whether their sons will ever be able to get a date. It's always interesting to find a well-written book offering a glimpse into the alternative way the mind of a person with autism works. Hand this one to readers who liked Sophie Kinsella's "Finding Audrey." Best for 8th grade and up.

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