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From bestselling author and neuroscientist Lisa Genova—whose novel Still Alice is now an Academy Award-winning film starring Julianne Moore—comes a novel about autism, friendship, and unconditional love. Look for Lisa Genova's latest novel, Every Note Played, available now.
In an insightful, deeply human story reminiscent of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, Daniel Isn’t Talking, and The Reason I Jump, Lisa Genova offers a unique perspective in fiction—the extraordinary voice of Anthony, a nonverbal boy with autism. Anthony reveals a neurologically plausible peek inside the mind of autism, why he hates pronouns, why he loves swinging and the number three, how he experiences routine, joy, and love. In this powerfully unforgettable story, Anthony teaches two women about the power of friendship and helps them to discover the universal truths that connect us all.
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"Even though I didn't love it as much as her first, and it did not provide the immersion into the world of autism that I was expecting, given her other two books, I still felt that it deserved five stars. I found it very insightful and the struggles that the characters were dealing with were very believable."
— Allison (5 out of 5 stars)
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“Lisa Genova has essentially created her own genre, the ‘Lisa Genova’ novel, in which complicated topics become accessible to readers through beautifully drawn characters and profound, human-scale stories. Love Anthony dares to ask enormous questions, the big questions that bedevil all of us. Better yet, Genova has the wisdom to know which ones can be answered and which cannot.”
— Laura Lippman, New York Times bestselling author -
“Autism is like a Zen koan—a riddle without answers…with effects that are myriad, mysterious, and confounding. The same could be said about love. This book upended my perceptions of both conditions, leaving me feeling with my mind and thinking with my heart. Everyone should read this book!”
— Jamie Ford, New York Times bestselling author -
“Love Anthony broke my heart in the best way! I read it spellbound and breathless. If you don’t know Lisa Genova’s work already, meet your new favorite writer, storyteller, enchanter.”
— Heidi W. Durrow, New York Times bestselling author -
“Genova’s deep and empathic insight once again has blown me away—particularly her intensely accurate portrayal of autism parenting. Her characters are complicated people, with unique, believable, and sometimes frustrating struggles. But perhaps Genova’s true mastery is in the way she never fails to give us very real people to love.”
— Susan Senator, author of Making Peace with Autism -
“There’s a point in the narrative where one of the characters becomes so engrossed in reading a book that she loses track of time. Readers of Genova’s latest excellent offering might very well find the same happening to them.”
— Kirkus Reviews
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Selected for the October 2012 Indie Next List
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A Kirkus Reviews Top 25 Book, September 2012
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A New York Times bestseller
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A Publishers Weekly bestseller
Love Anthony Listener Reviews
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" I have just finished listening to the first disc, and I do not plan to continue. The reader drops her voice so often, I have to rewind and rewind. I gave up rewinding thinking I could get the gist, but sense I have missed a significant plot point. A timeline? An event? I would rather have a reader who reads clearly, with an even voice, and enunciates than a famous TV star. I loved the other two books by this author, but listening to this is too much work. Sorry. It might be a terrific book. I’ll never know. (I listen to fiction books while I exercise or cook or clean.) "
— Reader Liz, 2/23/2019 -
" This was an emotionally charged book, but I'm sad to say it didn't really get gutsy until the end. It felt like she was trying too hard, and by the time it felt natural it was almost too late. I enjoyed it but, to be honest, I expected better from Genova. "
— Christine, 2/14/2014 -
" I loved this book. Lisa Genova does it again by so totally describing the condition she writes about. In this case, it's autism. She is really an amazing author. Love all of her books. "
— Carol, 2/2/2014 -
" Touching story. I like how it went in to detail about how the family dealt with autism. "
— Lawrence, 1/26/2014 -
" A wonderful story of Autism, and love, and how they both touch two women. I read it straight through! "
— Cindy, 1/22/2014 -
" Way to write about something as tough and emotional as autism. This was a good book though not as scientific as her previous two-you really get a sense of what the characters are going through and it makes you think about how you would be if you were in that situation. I like this author and look forward to more of her books! "
— Meagan, 1/20/2014 -
" I really wanted to love this book and had high hopes for it based on the author's other work "Still Alice". In addition, I work with autistic children so that aspect grabbed me. However, it was just "okay" for me. I didn't have to put it in the car to keep reading it while I wait to pick up kids like a lot of other books. The parts written from the autistic boy's point of view were very well done, I thought, but the other story about the group of women friends on Nantucket just didn't interest me. "
— Terri, 1/18/2014 -
" Amazing book. It captivated me from the start. "
— Christy, 1/18/2014 -
" I could have read it in a couple of days if I hadn't been so busy. The story shed a new light on autism for me .... very powerful. "
— Paige, 1/1/2014 -
" I liked how Genova intertwined the lives of the two mothers. The ending caught me by surprise, and was a real tearjerker. "
— Deb, 12/29/2013 -
" This book was a give away and LUCKY ME I won! A thought invoking, heart touching story that I will be recommending for years! This suthor should be commended and I will be sure to seek out more of her books... "
— Michelle, 12/28/2013 -
" This book has been a great disappointment of 2012 for me. Her previous two novels were outstanding complete with interesting characters and scientific rigor. This was more like chick lit with soft science. Ms. Genova's formal training in the sciences did not come through in this novel. "
— Robyn, 12/18/2013 -
" Heart wrenching and heart warming. I absolutely loved it. "
— Julie, 12/12/2013 -
" Loved, Loved, Loved this book! "
— Debi, 12/7/2013 -
" Book made me cry. Well done. "
— Judith, 11/30/2013 -
" I could not put this book down! "
— Kelly, 11/28/2013 -
" An emotional and very informative book on the life of a boy with autism. Highly recommend it. "
— Tula, 10/9/2013 -
" I did not like this one as well as her other ones, although it was enjoyable. "
— Erin, 10/4/2013 -
" What a treat to read! "
— Jen, 8/18/2013 -
" A poignant tale of love and loss and autism, beautifully told. "
— Lynette, 7/12/2013 -
" I have really liked all three of Lisa Genova's novels. I hope she is working on a fourth. "
— Amie, 6/15/2013 -
" Very thought provoking makes one wonder how much we really don't know about our inner selves. What's the reason for our true existence. What we hides from ourselves,in hopes of protecting,fearing the unknown. Anthony is a loving and thought provoking young man that makes you say why? "
— Stacy, 3/21/2013 -
" I am in love with this author ... the language flows yet the topics make me think. Simply can't wait to read another by Lisa Genova. "
— Laura, 1/22/2013 -
" Love Anthony written by Lisa Genova is a beautiful book introducing the reader to what it is like to live with a child suffering from autism. It is full of love and makes your heart happy....while making you cry at the same time. I couldn't put this book down! A very touching and inspiring book. "
— Sheri, 12/30/2012 -
" A little disappointed in this book. "
— Wendy, 11/26/2012 -
" Another great book by Lisa Genova. The story is sad but fulfilling. It really made me understand a little more about autism. "
— Jessica, 10/26/2012
About Lisa Genova
Lisa Genova is the author of several New York Times bestsellers, including Still Alice, which was adapted into an Oscar-winning film. She graduated valedictorian from Bates College with a degree in biopsychology and holds a PhD in neuroscience from Harvard University. Combining her knowledge as a neuroscientist and skills as a storyteller, she is also a sought-after speaker and edutainer. Her TED Talks on memory have been viewed over 11 million times, and she was featured in the PBS special Build a Better Memory Through Science. Visit her website LisaGenova.com or follow her on Instagram or Facebook @AuthorLisaGenova.
About Debra Messing
Debra Messing is a widely recognized American actress, seen in such roles as Will and Grace and Smash. Throughout her career, she has received multiple Golden Globe, Emmy, and Screen Actors Guild Award nominations.