Powell's Indiespensable Book Club discussion

After reading the introduction to this book I thought I would really like it. I hardly ever hear about books featuring a main character with a disability and was really curious about the author’s portrayal of someone with Down’s Syndrome.

However, I couldn’t make it past the first 2 chapters! I couldn’t get into the story with the author’s style of writing! Remember in “Her Body and Other Parties” the disjointed Law and Order chapter?-reminded me of that.

Anyone else feel the same? Is it worth continuing to read this book?

I’ve been really dedicated to reading these installments, but Census left me hanging, too. I barely cracked the cover before our next book arrived!

I eventually got into it and found it to be a moving story, if not necessarily a page-turner. I didn't love the style of the writing, but at least it was a short, quick read. I could see the book really hitting home with those who know someone with Down Syndrome - although it's hard to say since I am not one of those people.

I picked it up a while ago, but I haven't been in the mood for a book that's going to be a tougher emotional read for me.