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An unforgettable love story and the incredible chronicle of a musical genius and a mathematical prodigy who share a diagnosis of Asperger’s syndrome.

When Jerry and Mary Newport met, the connection was instant. A musical genius and a mathematical wonder, the two shared astronomic IQs, but they also shared something else—they both were diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome, a form of autism that affects millions of Americans and makes social contact painfully unbearable. When Jerry and Mary married, they were catapulted into the limelight. They appeared on 60 Minutes and soon were known as "superstars in the world of autism," shining examples of two people who refused to give up in the face of their mutual challenge.

But just when it appeared that their lives would enjoy a fairy-tale ending, their marriage fell apart. The Hollywood feeding frenzy was too much to handle, and they divorced. After heartbreaking years of soul searching, Jerry and Mary remarried. Today, with their union stronger than ever, they have dedicated themselves to helping countless other people with Asperger's and autism lead lives of dignity.

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November 6, 2007
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5.5 x 0.68 x 8.44 inches
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0743272846
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978-0743272841
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"A fantastic voyage into two different kinds of minds. Absolutely riveting." -- Temple Grandin, author of Animals in Translation

"Readers will be touched and inspired by this book that proves that against all odds, love does occasionally triumph over all." -- Tucson Citizen

About the Author

Jerry Newport is an activist and the author of two widely read books in the Asperger's community: Asperger's and Sexuality: Puberty and Beyond (with Mary Newport) and Your Life Is Not a Label: A Guide to Living Fully with Autism and Asperger's Syndrome. In addition to coordinating several Asperger's support groups in Arizona, Jerry serves as a speaker on a variety of topics, from Asperger's-specific concerns to broader issues such as bullying and depression.

Mary Newport is completing her bachelor's degrees in music and psychology. She and Jerry live in northern Arizona with their birds.

Johnny Dodd has been a writer at People magazine for a decade and has reported on some of pop culture's biggest stories. His work has appeared in dozens of magazines, but stories of personal triumph -- those of others and his own -- are his favorite beat. He lives in Santa Monica, California.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Touchstone; Reprint edition (November 6, 2007)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 272 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0743272846
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0743272841
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8.8 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.68 x 8.44 inches

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Ellen Stockdale Wolfe

Thank you for sharing an Aspie Marriage with the World!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on May 1, 2012

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Let me start by saying I read this book twice-- AND saw the movie. The subject was of such interest to me as someone with AS married to someone also on the Spectrum, I was starved for information as to how someone else's AS marriage works. And the book delivered in spades. I liked the way it alternated between Jerry and Mary taking turns telling stories of their difficult childhoods, suicide attempts, and the highs and lows of their marriage.

I found it rang true in every respect and gave me further insight into Autism Spectrum Disorder AND into my own AS marriage of 23 years. It taught me about the good and bad aspects of an AS marriage. Fundamentally, although there are many, many things specific to an AS marriage, the book is about the triumph of love. For in the end, understanding one's spouse's idiosyncracies is mandatory for any marriage-- AS or otherwise.

This book offers a beacon of hope for those on the Spectrum who think marriage is beyond them. One should never give up, for love conquers all.

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Rather be at the Beach

Awesome Book

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on September 18, 2013

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I loved reading this book! It was so uplifting to read about two people with Aspberger's who have such positive attitudes (well, Jerry is the more morose of the two, but he is determined to live life to the fullest). This is the love story between Jerry and Mary who have such separate, disparate experiences with their cases of Asperger's. We learn their individual ways of dealing with "Aspie". Jerry actually starts the first Asperger's support group run by adults with Asperberger's. After Jerry and Mary meet, fall in love and get married, Steven Spielberg buys the rights to their story and produces a movie! Their stories are absolutely engaging and make the book difficult to put down. We get a rare glimpse into how some Aspies think and feel. It is so worth the price of the book. I highly recommend it.

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Shaina Clingempeel

Intriguing book for anyone interested in Asperger's Syndrome

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on June 12, 2013

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This is a great book. I'd recommend it to anyone interested in Asperger's Syndrome. It's sort of an unconventional romance, but it enables one to learn about Jerry and Mary individually and as a couple, which was interesting. The way in which the story was told can be a bit confusing. Whenever you see the date on the top left corner, note that the person speaking has switched (Jerry and Mary both narrate). I loved being able to read about the same scenes from each point of view. Both writing styles were refreshing and different from what I typically see in these days. It'll also help you see the flaws with the way their story was depicted on film. To me, it seemed a bit bittersweet, but you'll learn from it. I haven't found another book about Asperger's so compelling. I'd definitely recommend this book. It's hard to put this one down!

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Tanya

Freaking confusing

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Obviously these two are not writers. They go on and on and on about details I could care less about. Get to the point and don't embellish in every sentence. It switches from him talking about himself to her talking about herself but they never give you a heads-up on when it switches. This is a terrible book! I'm having an autistic meltdown just trying to read it.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on February 8, 2019

Very informative.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on December 24, 2012

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This book was recommended to me from a professor. I have not had a chance to read it but I gave it as a gift to someone who I thought might like it and she opened it and was thrilled. I got here super fast and was in great condition!! Thanks :)

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Becres

Great insight into the minds of Aspies

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on March 20, 2010

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My brother has Asperger Syndrome, so I love reading books by and about Aspies. I felt like this one gave a powerful view at how they think, and it was wonderfully matched with a lively, interesting story. I haven't seen the movie yet, but I heard it is great, and I will be ordering it soon.

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Barbara L. Gill

Don't look for this book to be a beacon of hope for your Autism Spectrum Disorder offspring getting married, I ought to know!

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on January 13, 2017

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From Barbara's Autistic/Asperger's son, 45 year old David Merrill Gill: My parents and I couldn't get through the whole thing, only got partway through it. No matter, for I am not likely to be married anyway, the Lord God already delivered me his punishment!

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Ms S J Smith

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on March 29, 2016

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Great item. Good book.

Sue Carter

Good Love Story

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on May 28, 2013

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A good idea of a meeting between two people with Aspergers, but a bit over the top for real life.

Asha Sreedhar

Good Condition

Reviewed in India 🇮🇳 on June 21, 2019

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Interesting book and it was in good condition.

edrm

Fascinating Asperger's Love Story

Reviewed in Japan 🇯🇵 on February 18, 2009

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Sure thing, Jerry was so clumsy that he had found it quite hard to deal with women. However, I must say that applies to me somehow, which really embarrassed me quite a lot. I used to try in vain to ask out several girls when I was younger, but it didn't work. I still have no idea why I was so unpopular with women, but whatever reasons Jerry and I had, this kind of lonely life frustrated both Jerry and me. That's why I feel falling in love is quite a challenge to people with Asperger Syndrome(AS). Not all of them are clumsy about love, just in case.

I was quite amazed to find Jerry recognized his AS traits objectively as he saw the famous film, Rain Man. He shouted the answer to the very difficult math question Raymond was asked, which was quite embarrassing in the movie theater, though. Both Raymond and Jerry were autistic - I think this motivated him to find his AS. Both of them were very good at calculation by heart! Moreover, he came to join the organization of people with autism called AGUA(=Adult Gathering United Autism), where he met an AS woman Mary who he fell in love with and got married to! I guess that drastically changed their lives.

Not everything went well with each other; they divorced once and remarried. However, Jerry had mellowed a lot and quit shouting at Mary like he used to, which helped each other relax quite a lot. I'm sure they won't get divorced for the rest of their lives.

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