The autistic brothers

Rating: 5/5 stars

Author: Thomas Clements

Review: This is a good read for an insight into autism. It tells us the story of two brothers on the autism spectrum, one who has written the book and the other providing illustrations. 

Both brothers are on opposite ends of the spectrum ranging from mild to severe symptoms of the illness. 

Thomas who suffers from aspergers also known as mild autism suffers from alot of difficulties from getting bullied at school and having meltdowns, to not sustaining relationships and struggling with his independence. On the other hand, Jack who suffers from autism severely, relies on his routine which is to go to college, can communicate very little verbally by using repeated phrases (echolalia) and has picky eating habits. He hasnt gone through the same social spindle as his brother as he hasnt faced bullying even though outsiders do feel his stimming is rather odd. 

Both brothers share the same love for trains and reliance on family. Thomas wants to protect his younger brother Jack when looking into the future because their parents may never still be around.

Sarahish