On the Spectrum

Reviews

“A light examination of the intersection of two disabilities with family dynamics, with a sweet splash of page-turning melodrama.” — Kirkus Reviews

“A brisk pace and pervasive sense of hope and optimism propel Gold’s dreamy novel. The contrast between Clara’s sharp wit and Alastair’s matter-of-factness adds levity to a well-told and timely tale about love, patience, and acceptance.” — Publishers Weekly

“A light but poignant read.... Gold handles the topics of being on the autism spectrum and orthorexia nervosa competently and sensitively.” — School Library Journal

“Gold does a beautiful job of rendering the conversations between Clara and Alastair, and both characters are never so clearly defined and captivating as when they are with each other… Highly recommended.” — CM: Canadian Review of Materials

“Jennifer Gold’s strong characterization brings to life these vibrant characters — from the depiction of women battling eating disorders to the struggles of a child who is deemed to be different from his peers...The Parisian setting is an excellent backdrop to the well-paced plot, making On the Spectrum difficult to put down.” — Canadian Children's Book News