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Can You See Me / Tally #3
All the Pieces of Me
Year 8 can be tough for everyone, but for Tally it feels even tougher. Everything seems to be changing as she and her friends get older. Make-up, boys, social media, GCSE prep - why is it all starting to feel so different? Tally has always known that being autistic means some things are harder for her than they are for other people. But becoming a teenager has left Tally feeling like she has no idea who she even is anymore... Books by Libby Scott and Rebecca Westcott Also available as an eBook and audio book!
296 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 4, 2022
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Rebecca Westcott
16 books76 followersRebecca Westcott was born in Chester. She went to Exeter University to train as a teacher and has had a variety of teaching jobs that have taken her to some very interesting places, including a Category C male prison. She started writing a diary when she was eight years old, although she had no idea that one day her entries would be used to help her write a book. Rebecca currently teaches in a primary school and lives in Dorset with her husband and three children. Dandelion Clocks is her first book.
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January 19, 2023
I have read all of the Libby Scott books so far and I think they are brilliant. They always make me cry, as they are so descriptive. As a mother of a child with autism I find the books such a useful way to see what might be going on in my daughter’s brain. The books are raw and real and a challenging read if you have neurodiverse kids . I wish every person who works in a school or goes to school would read these books as they would start to understand just how challenging school is for neurodiverse people. I think Libby Scott is amazing and I highly recommend this book.
August 17, 2022
Deffo recommend.i have autism and I relate to it so much
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August 28, 2024
Representation: Autistic characters
Trigger warnings: Bullying, ableism
Score: Seven out of ten.
I own this book. Find this review on The StoryGraph.
I wanted to read this since I enjoyed the previous instalment, Do You Know Me, written by the same authors, so I headed in with high expectations once I bought it. I glanced at the blurb, which made it seem intriguing, and I started to read it not long after. When I closed the final page, the book was enjoyable.
It starts (more like continues) with Tally entering Year Eight (the British version of eighth grade) with most of her friends in the opening pages. I noted that Tally uses the term autistic, and not person with autism, so I'll go with that from there. Surprisingly, Layla leaves Tally behind to move to Florida, much to Tally's dismay, and she already said her life is harder than other neurotypicals because she's autistic, which also applies to Year Eight.
The situation looks fine at first but it quickly deteriorates as Tally finds it hard to adapt and adjust to secondary school as an autistic person, and also deal with ableism and bullying. Unfortunately, everything fell apart from there as Tally felt secondary school was too much so her parents sent her to an alternative school where she can learn without the pressures specific to being neurodivergent in a mostly neurotypical society. I liked the plot since it didn't get too convoluted with unneeded subplots and it's distinct enough that it isn't repetitive. I liked the characters, too, and at last, I could connect and relate to them, and I also predicted Tally would bounce back when everything feels overwhelming, and I was right. The pacing is enough to keep the narrative going, and the writing style is basic, but accessible (I think that's intentional, though.) I haven't read Can You See Me and Ways to Be Me, but I'll get those when I can.
Trigger warnings: Bullying, ableism
Score: Seven out of ten.
I own this book. Find this review on The StoryGraph.
I wanted to read this since I enjoyed the previous instalment, Do You Know Me, written by the same authors, so I headed in with high expectations once I bought it. I glanced at the blurb, which made it seem intriguing, and I started to read it not long after. When I closed the final page, the book was enjoyable.
It starts (more like continues) with Tally entering Year Eight (the British version of eighth grade) with most of her friends in the opening pages. I noted that Tally uses the term autistic, and not person with autism, so I'll go with that from there. Surprisingly, Layla leaves Tally behind to move to Florida, much to Tally's dismay, and she already said her life is harder than other neurotypicals because she's autistic, which also applies to Year Eight.
The situation looks fine at first but it quickly deteriorates as Tally finds it hard to adapt and adjust to secondary school as an autistic person, and also deal with ableism and bullying. Unfortunately, everything fell apart from there as Tally felt secondary school was too much so her parents sent her to an alternative school where she can learn without the pressures specific to being neurodivergent in a mostly neurotypical society. I liked the plot since it didn't get too convoluted with unneeded subplots and it's distinct enough that it isn't repetitive. I liked the characters, too, and at last, I could connect and relate to them, and I also predicted Tally would bounce back when everything feels overwhelming, and I was right. The pacing is enough to keep the narrative going, and the writing style is basic, but accessible (I think that's intentional, though.) I haven't read Can You See Me and Ways to Be Me, but I'll get those when I can.
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January 8, 2023
Really good, gives you a different perspective on how people take things in and how they express themselves. One of my fav series, defo recommended!
January 19, 2023
This is the best book yet. Everyone should read this series.
September 21, 2024
Wow! This book was incredible. I had high hopes for this book after having loved the first 3 books in the series and it did not disappoint.
This book/series speaks to my soul. I’d have it injected into my veins if I could. As an autistic teenager this book explains my life so well. It puts into words my experiences so perfectly and realistically. Every autistic person’s experiences are completely different so Tally’s perspective is just one autistic person’s perspective but I relate to her so much and it means so much to me to see myself in a book. These books do not glamourise being autistic but they don’t treat it as some terrible tragedy either.
I love the message of this addition to the series of everyone deserving to be heard and us all just finding a way to make ourselves heard. I think we can all relate (especially if you’re autistic like me) to feeling not heard and misunderstood even though we are directly communicating our feelings.
When I got to the last page I was in tears.😭 All the books in the series have gotten me so emotional because they are so real representation of my life
I love this book series so fricking much!!! It is so special to me that someone like me gets to be heard (one of the co-authors is an autistic teenager) and this series has followed me along my journey of acceptance of my autism from when I first got diagnosed to now so it has been very important on teaching me about my brain and how to love myself.
If this looooong rambling review hasn’t been enough to tell you to go read this book (probably best to start with book 1 in the series tho) then I am telling you to GO READ THIS BOOK!! 🤩
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
P.s
The depiction of a shutdown was so heartbreakingly accurate and it was really good to see it included as lots of people don’t even know what a shutdown is, also I really like the new characters and also I love Luke’s character development!!!!! 😍
This book/series speaks to my soul. I’d have it injected into my veins if I could. As an autistic teenager this book explains my life so well. It puts into words my experiences so perfectly and realistically. Every autistic person’s experiences are completely different so Tally’s perspective is just one autistic person’s perspective but I relate to her so much and it means so much to me to see myself in a book. These books do not glamourise being autistic but they don’t treat it as some terrible tragedy either.
I love the message of this addition to the series of everyone deserving to be heard and us all just finding a way to make ourselves heard. I think we can all relate (especially if you’re autistic like me) to feeling not heard and misunderstood even though we are directly communicating our feelings.
When I got to the last page I was in tears.😭 All the books in the series have gotten me so emotional because they are so real representation of my life
I love this book series so fricking much!!! It is so special to me that someone like me gets to be heard (one of the co-authors is an autistic teenager) and this series has followed me along my journey of acceptance of my autism from when I first got diagnosed to now so it has been very important on teaching me about my brain and how to love myself.
If this looooong rambling review hasn’t been enough to tell you to go read this book (probably best to start with book 1 in the series tho) then I am telling you to GO READ THIS BOOK!! 🤩
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
P.s
The depiction of a shutdown was so heartbreakingly accurate and it was really good to see it included as lots of people don’t even know what a shutdown is, also I really like the new characters and also I love Luke’s character development!!!!! 😍
August 13, 2022
I think is the best one yet!
November 4, 2025
Takes Tally into year 8 and makes me really feel for neurodivergent kids in high school. It really shows how tough it can be and demonstrates that she's still figuring out her way.
December 17, 2023
Tally is struggling. She often finds navigating friendships at school difficult and home isn't very smooth at the moment either. Tally's best friend Layla 'gets' the way Tally feels and the way her mind works but when Layla suddenly moves away, Tally is left floundering.
She's not alone - at least in the physical sense. Layla's friends say they'll look out for Tally and continue to include her in their group, but without Layla's support, Tally struggles more and more.
Her autism was never a problem when Layla was around, but the other girls are beginning to comment on her differences and complain if she doesn't like what they are into. They don't understand that just the bright strip lighting at school, the bright colours, rowdy corridors, school rules and subject demands, all take something from Tally each day. So just the suggestion of a shopping expedition with them fills her with dread.
But she sees other kids on the edges of the school groups. None look happy to be on their own and she really doesn't want to become one of them. She follows her group into stuff she is uncomfortable with and then regrets her decisions afterwards.
Without Layla at school, and her parents losing their patience with her at home, Tally feels adrift in a roiling sea of friendship dos and dont's, peer pressures and fitting in.
These pressures build until Tally has no reserves to call upon to even get out of bed some mornings. Her actions weigh heavily upon her and being unable to explain what is happening inside her mind is frustrating, painful and scary to her parents as she shuts down.
Her online friends are worried, Layla hasn't contacted her and her so-called-friends post something incredibly hurtful online. Help from a surprising source allows Tally to finally realise she can explain how she feels - just not in the way people expect. It has been right at her fingertips the whole time. She just has to be brave enough to do it.
Year 8 is a tumultuous time for any teen, but add the challenges of autism into the mix and each day becomes a battle for main viewpoint character Tally. There are sounds, sights, peer pressures and school demands that constantly pound Tally from all sides. Changes in her friendship dynamics tip things further until her world becomes too hard to navigate.
Not wanting to be alone is normal for anyone, and falling foul to peer pressure is common. Tally falls into this trap, trying valiantly to stay in a group of girls that become more and more toxic, until their cyber bullying goes too far.
There are sections of journal writing, song lyrics and text messaging throughout the book, which help both Tally herself and the reader understand what she is going through.
This is a heart wrenching read, but also a window into a young autistic girl's world. She is not ashamed of her autism, but like most teens, just wants to fit in. This beautifully written novel shows how she overcomes her bullies, their 'jokes' and treatment, and finally sees there are others who are facing their own challenges, willing to stand up for her and themselves. Unfortunately Tally is broken to pieces before she can finally begin building her self back together again.
I haven't read of the previous novels by these authors, and didn't need to, to have my heart break for Tally or anyone facing her daily challenges.
Authors - Libby Scott & Rebecca Westcott
Age - 11+
She's not alone - at least in the physical sense. Layla's friends say they'll look out for Tally and continue to include her in their group, but without Layla's support, Tally struggles more and more.
Her autism was never a problem when Layla was around, but the other girls are beginning to comment on her differences and complain if she doesn't like what they are into. They don't understand that just the bright strip lighting at school, the bright colours, rowdy corridors, school rules and subject demands, all take something from Tally each day. So just the suggestion of a shopping expedition with them fills her with dread.
But she sees other kids on the edges of the school groups. None look happy to be on their own and she really doesn't want to become one of them. She follows her group into stuff she is uncomfortable with and then regrets her decisions afterwards.
Without Layla at school, and her parents losing their patience with her at home, Tally feels adrift in a roiling sea of friendship dos and dont's, peer pressures and fitting in.
These pressures build until Tally has no reserves to call upon to even get out of bed some mornings. Her actions weigh heavily upon her and being unable to explain what is happening inside her mind is frustrating, painful and scary to her parents as she shuts down.
Her online friends are worried, Layla hasn't contacted her and her so-called-friends post something incredibly hurtful online. Help from a surprising source allows Tally to finally realise she can explain how she feels - just not in the way people expect. It has been right at her fingertips the whole time. She just has to be brave enough to do it.
Year 8 is a tumultuous time for any teen, but add the challenges of autism into the mix and each day becomes a battle for main viewpoint character Tally. There are sounds, sights, peer pressures and school demands that constantly pound Tally from all sides. Changes in her friendship dynamics tip things further until her world becomes too hard to navigate.
Not wanting to be alone is normal for anyone, and falling foul to peer pressure is common. Tally falls into this trap, trying valiantly to stay in a group of girls that become more and more toxic, until their cyber bullying goes too far.
There are sections of journal writing, song lyrics and text messaging throughout the book, which help both Tally herself and the reader understand what she is going through.
This is a heart wrenching read, but also a window into a young autistic girl's world. She is not ashamed of her autism, but like most teens, just wants to fit in. This beautifully written novel shows how she overcomes her bullies, their 'jokes' and treatment, and finally sees there are others who are facing their own challenges, willing to stand up for her and themselves. Unfortunately Tally is broken to pieces before she can finally begin building her self back together again.
I haven't read of the previous novels by these authors, and didn't need to, to have my heart break for Tally or anyone facing her daily challenges.
Authors - Libby Scott & Rebecca Westcott
Age - 11+
August 25, 2024
I feel like Tally regressed in this book. Four books in, and you anticipate some character growth. She seemed to gain it in the last book, but this was two giants leaps back. And I don’t understand why Tally doesn’t use her journal to communicate with her parents. The struggle is so real for her to find the right words in moments of high stress, but she doesn’t have trouble expressing herself in journal entries. I just don’t understand why the family’s Autism advocate hasn’t mentioned it to them either, because they have the number on hand to call whenever needed.
There are a lot of high emotions and big stresses in this book, and I love how Tally explains how these affect her and what specifically causes her body to respond the way it does, and why. It does a brilliant job describing these and how Tally reacts, even when it breaks your heart a little.
I must say though, I didn’t like the ending. These books are a window and inspiration to many children, and I was really just concerned that if they embrace the same steps (not method) they’re in for further heartache. It seems like something that would open Tally to further bullying, and the reactions from others weren’t always realistic.
There are a lot of high emotions and big stresses in this book, and I love how Tally explains how these affect her and what specifically causes her body to respond the way it does, and why. It does a brilliant job describing these and how Tally reacts, even when it breaks your heart a little.
I must say though, I didn’t like the ending. These books are a window and inspiration to many children, and I was really just concerned that if they embrace the same steps (not method) they’re in for further heartache. It seems like something that would open Tally to further bullying, and the reactions from others weren’t always realistic.
April 27, 2025
Chronologically, this is the third Tally book and follows our autistic protagonist into Year 8, where she has to negotiate some particularly unpleasant girls, thoughtless teachers, the departure of her best friends, a school system which doesn’t understand her - and even her own family is struggling to work her out.
Tally is a fierce and fiery character at home, where she feels safe, but at school all she wants is to fit in and will seemingly go to any lengths to do so - even resorting to shoplifting to impress her so called friends.
This story is her journey as she tries to work out herself and what she values - all the while trying to get those around her to understand her as well.
After I read this I did some research and found out that Libby Scott is herself an autistic child and she wrote the book in conjunction with author, Rebecca Westcott. I think this fact makes this book (and the others) unique, as you get a real insight into the day-to-day life of someone living with autism.
Tally is a fierce and fiery character at home, where she feels safe, but at school all she wants is to fit in and will seemingly go to any lengths to do so - even resorting to shoplifting to impress her so called friends.
This story is her journey as she tries to work out herself and what she values - all the while trying to get those around her to understand her as well.
After I read this I did some research and found out that Libby Scott is herself an autistic child and she wrote the book in conjunction with author, Rebecca Westcott. I think this fact makes this book (and the others) unique, as you get a real insight into the day-to-day life of someone living with autism.
September 12, 2024
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I LOVE tally!!! (and now even ???)
These books are so well written and portray autism in such a way that helps me truly understand whats it's like to live a life with autism. Whilst I understand that autism is a spectrum this book is very aware of that and depicts Tally's experience as an autistic teen girl in great depth and explores how she is learning to cope with her autism. Although it may seem as though she has it all figured out, in this book Libby Scott and Rebecca Westcott explored a shutdown a different type of mental buildup Tally hadn't experienced before. As sad as I am to see this book series finish, I'm very happy with the uplifting ending rebeca and Libby chose for Tally! Undoubtedly will she come into more trouble in the future but her newfound strong mindedness and determination will eventually lead her to overcoming anything, or anyone that troubles her!
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E-7
I LOVE tally!!! (and now even ???)
These books are so well written and portray autism in such a way that helps me truly understand whats it's like to live a life with autism. Whilst I understand that autism is a spectrum this book is very aware of that and depicts Tally's experience as an autistic teen girl in great depth and explores how she is learning to cope with her autism. Although it may seem as though she has it all figured out, in this book Libby Scott and Rebecca Westcott explored a shutdown a different type of mental buildup Tally hadn't experienced before. As sad as I am to see this book series finish, I'm very happy with the uplifting ending rebeca and Libby chose for Tally! Undoubtedly will she come into more trouble in the future but her newfound strong mindedness and determination will eventually lead her to overcoming anything, or anyone that troubles her!
June 29, 2024
This is the 4th book in not what I would call a series as I don’t think you really need to have read the previous ones but I really to recommend you do as Tally’s story would make a lot more sense if you have.
Tally is autistic, which means her mind works differently. But at school, everything is changing: make-up, boys and social media. And now she has discovered that her best friend Layla is moving to Florida, her life changes forever.
I LOVED this book. I love the way this was written and I was so sad when it finished. It isn’t often I finish a book and truly wish there was still more to read.
I really enjoy books that have a neurodiverse character as the protagonist. I really do hope there is another book coming along from Libby and Rebecca.
Tally is autistic, which means her mind works differently. But at school, everything is changing: make-up, boys and social media. And now she has discovered that her best friend Layla is moving to Florida, her life changes forever.
I LOVED this book. I love the way this was written and I was so sad when it finished. It isn’t often I finish a book and truly wish there was still more to read.
I really enjoy books that have a neurodiverse character as the protagonist. I really do hope there is another book coming along from Libby and Rebecca.
July 8, 2025
I finished this book yesterday after reading Ways To Be Me by the same authors. I really like this book. I liked how the author used analogies to help the reader understand the feelings someone with autism goes through. I love how they mention that someone with autism may look a certain way on the outside but inside their thoughts are very different to what I may expect. The book didn't really have a very engaging plot but I definitely learnt a lot and will proceed to read Do You Know Me. I love the fact that it is written by someone with autism so I don't doubt that what is written is something that is actually felt. It taught me more than I would expect about myself considering I don't have autism. Well done Rebecca Westcott and Libby Scott
September 12, 2024
4.25 stars
Firstly this book was AMAZING and imo the best one in the series. The whole thing about doing things to fit in with others was something i think many ppl relate to and i generally just really liked the book. The only reason I didn’t rate it 5 stars was because at some points it was a liiiittle repetitive and i understand its to stress the point but i feel like a lot of the book was just her waking up in the morning. And also the plot was kinda predictable buuuuut that wasn’t a big deal because it didn’t really ruin how good the book was.
Firstly this book was AMAZING and imo the best one in the series. The whole thing about doing things to fit in with others was something i think many ppl relate to and i generally just really liked the book. The only reason I didn’t rate it 5 stars was because at some points it was a liiiittle repetitive and i understand its to stress the point but i feel like a lot of the book was just her waking up in the morning. And also the plot was kinda predictable buuuuut that wasn’t a big deal because it didn’t really ruin how good the book was.
July 28, 2025
This book honestly made me cry. It represents the challenges and struggles with autism so honestly and raw, but also about how it affects the people around and the loved ones trying their best.
I was in a love-hate relationship with this book, but not because it was bad, but because I related to Tally so much and felt so deeply for her that it made me feel so sad and hurt.
One of the most touching books I’ve read in a long time.
I was in a love-hate relationship with this book, but not because it was bad, but because I related to Tally so much and felt so deeply for her that it made me feel so sad and hurt.
One of the most touching books I’ve read in a long time.
January 2, 2025
This is definitely more of a kids/teen read, but I also did really enjoy it. I saw it on the shelf when I was shopping & bought it so that I could read something a bit different/from an autistic author. It was hard and frustrating to read at times (in that good way you get when you feel for the character). I hope more young people read texts like this.
June 7, 2025
Tally is an autistic 12 year old girl who faces challenges in school such as bullying due to students judging her for being autistic and weird. When Tally starts to feel included in a friendship group she loses herself and starts to become mean. However, this group she thought had her back turns on her and makes jokes online about her that aren’t funny but rather belittling.
February 27, 2024
Amazing. I have no other words. It was such a brilliant end to the series: and what a series! These books are so, SO good, and I can't recommend them enough. It's not often I find a book that can make me cry, but the words and message in here are so beautiful.
August 26, 2024
i loved this book. it was the best book in the series by far. i can’t believe lucy switched up like that? and layla moving away? i also lowkey thought luke liked her but that may not be the case. unless he does.. i guess we will never know.
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September 17, 2025
YES MY 3RD BOOK ABOUT TALLY DONE ✔️
This book was really relatable to me a lot ♥️ It was nice to read about someone going through something like how I feel x
Im going to read the last one I need to read very soon
This book was really relatable to me a lot ♥️ It was nice to read about someone going through something like how I feel x
Im going to read the last one I need to read very soon
August 28, 2023
Absolutely loved this series of books.... Couldn't put them down
October 12, 2023
Upsetting but very inspiring.
October 13, 2023
Great insight into the mind of an autistic year 8 child…. Helps understanding of the secondary school struggle
This series of books are must read!
This series of books are must read!
November 6, 2023
Very eye opening
April 12, 2024
This is the most heartwarming book. As an autistic myself, I related so strongly to the situations and emotions tally went through. Truly life changing.
September 24, 2024
I would have needed that book much earlier in my life, cause YES - it’s perfect!
October 24, 2024
Everyone should read this.
November 7, 2024
This is amazing I love how it’s written amazing astronomical
Perfection
Perfection
December 18, 2024
I feel there could be an arc for Luke if there is a next one. I feel he is redeeming himself.
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