40 pages • 1 hour read
Graeme SimsionThe Rosie Project
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2013A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
In The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion, Don Tillison, a genetics professor with undiagnosed Asperger’s Syndrome, initiates the "Wife Project" to find a perfect partner using a detailed questionnaire. Unexpectedly, he meets Rosie, a psychology student seeking her biological father. Despite initial misalignments, their shared adventures lead to mutual affection, and Don ultimately transforms to be with Rosie.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
The Rosie Project by Graeme Simsion is widely praised for its charming portrayal of an eccentric protagonist's quest for love, blending humor with heartfelt moments. Critics laud its engaging, quick-paced narrative and unique character dynamics. However, some note that the plot can be predictable, and a few find character development lacking. Overall, it offers an enjoyable and quirky romance.
Who Should Read The Rosie Project?
Fans of quirky, character-driven romantic comedies will enjoy Graeme Simsion’s The Rosie Project. Ideal for readers who appreciate the offbeat charm of novels like Helen Fielding’s Bridget Jones’s Diary or the heartfelt journey in Mark Haddon’s The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.
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Reading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Romance
Relationships: Fathers