Look Me in the Eye: My life with Asperger's by John Elder Robison

I received an advance copy of this book, and was worried this was going to be a Running With Scissors rip-off (though probably a well written one), given the foreword written by Augusten Burroughs. What I didn't know is that Burroughs is Robison's younger brother, and this book has only tangental connections to Burroughs' memoir of his unconventional youth (which I enjoyed, but one telling is enough).

This memoir about growing up with undiagnosed Asperger's Syndrome was enlightening. He recalls the challenges of his social awkwardness, and relates to how his way of thinking has both challenged him and helped him succeed, as well as what he's done to overcome challenges related to Asperger's. Robison also tells of the full and interesting life he's lived since he's learned how to take advantage of his strengths.

I expect this book to have mass market appeal; it was enjoyable and easy to read.