The Rosie Project

It's almost impossible to convey how entertaining and clever this book is. It's about two very imperfect people: Don, who has what appears to be Asperger's syndrome, and Rosie, a bit of a mess herself, and the exact opposite of what Don needs. She breaks every mold of what he finds acceptable behavior, yet he is drawn to her.

The story is told from Don's point of view. He's socially inept, extremely rigid, and scrutinizes everything - it's just who he is. However, his quirky behavior and unique perspective on the world are what carry this story. As you follow along on his journey to find the perfect wife, you won't be able to stop reading. This is a lighthearted, delightful read.

The international bestselling romantic comedy "bursting with warmth, emotional depth, and humor" (Entertainment Weekly), featuring the oddly charming, socially challenged genetics professor, Don, as he seeks true love.

Meet Don Tillman, a brilliant yet socially inept professor of genetics who's decided it's time to find a wife. In the orderly, evidence-based manner with which Don approaches all things, he designs the Wife Project - a sixteen-page, scientifically valid survey to find his perfect match.

Rosie Jarman possesses all the qualities Don has ruled out. She smokes, drinks, and arrives late. Yet Don finds himself drawn to her. When Rosie enlists him to help find her biological father, the two team up for the Father Project, and Don discovers that love doesn't always follow the rules of science.

1. Do Don's Asperger's conditions help him or hinder him? Does his Autism offer any advantages?

2. Don goes through several spectacularly bad dates. What are some of your own dating nightmares?

3. Are you more structured like Don or spontaneous like Rosie?

4. Do you agree with Don's belief that people often miss what's obvious to others?

5. What are your thoughts on Gene and Claudia's open marriage? Can it work?

6. What's your happiest day - or place - like Don's at the Museum of Natural History?

7. How do instinct and reason play into finding love?

8. Do you know anyone on the Autism spectrum? How has that shaped your understanding?

9. What are your top five romantic movies like Don's list?

10. Have you ever had someone or something break through your daily routine in a meaningful way?

11. Is having a list for a potential partner smart or limiting?

12. Was Don wrong to use the genetics lab for Rosie's project? Are there times when breaking rules is okay?

13. Has Don changed for the better by the end - or lost something essential?

14. Does Gene get his comeuppance?

15. Were you surprised by the reveal of Rosie's biological father? Who did you suspect?