Christopher John Francis Boone is quite the eccentric young man. He recites the cubes of the cardinal numbers when angry, provides precise maps of setting locations for your enjoyment, and attempts to explain advanced mathematical concepts to readers. His character is perfect and his personality beams through every page. The story is written in first person, so expect the writing to be as eccentric as the narrator. The sentences are short. choppy. yet genuine. You will learn things that have nothing to do with the plot. The appendix contains a rather detailed mathematical proof that the average reader may find a waste of paper, yet it adds authenticity to the narrator’s voice. From cover to cover Christopher remains true. I would imagine that would be a difficult feat for a writer. Because of the narrator, the book reads like a children’s book- albeit a very smart children’s book. I must admit I didn’t love the way the ending is tied up so nicely and neatly the way a children’s book would end. However, it was still a very entertaining and unique read. This book may not be for everyone though… While I was reading this book someone asked me if I was enjoying it and said they thought it was “weird.” So if you like your books ordinary and conforming then you probably will hate this novel.