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The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

by Mark Haddon

It looks at the world through someone else’s eyes and sees how things that we take for granted might be a terrifying experience for other people

“The character is very recognisable of many people with Asperger syndrome. I think the author has done a very good job.”

Simon Baron-Cohen, Psychologist

“It looks at the world through someone else’s eyes and sees how things that we take for granted might be a terrifying experience for other people.”

Simon Baron-Cohen, Psychologist

“Mark Haddon wrote a spy series for eight- or nine-year-olds and then he suddenly comes out with this rather brilliant novel. Is it an adult book? Is it a kids’ book? So many people can read it and approach it.”

Robert Muchamore, Children's Author

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