KJK Reads

Rating: 3 Stars Themes: Self-Help, Non-Fiction, Parenting, Psychology, Autism Thoughts: I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. I was conflicted on this book. I appreciated the references provided and it is a well detailed and researched book for the most part. As with her previous book Loveson provides practical and helpful ideas to parents raising Autistic children. However, she does advocate for ABA in this book which is harmful and research done with autistic individuals who have gone through ABA show its linked to trauma, mental health problems and other negative psychological effects so goes against pretty much everything else she advises in this book.  Favourite Quote: "To the parents who are just starting this journey, know that you are not alone."

Rating: 3 Stars Themes: Thriller, Mystery  Thoughts: Interesting story with a few twists along the way. Davey initially seems like a more weak and vulnerable character but along the way we learn he’s a lot more resilient than he seemed when we first meet him on the beach. Denis and Davey’s brother definitely gave me the creeps. The end is definitely something I didn’t see coming but the twist was really something that made sense as it was outlined.  Favourite Quote: "Fear shrinks you somehow, and courage swells you up larger than you really are. I've noticed that before."