I picked up this book because it was on banned list and I was going to see the play. I didn't get the book finished before I saw the show and I don't think I can separate that from this reviews. So forgive that overlap please. 
 I really liked this book. I liked the way the story was told, I love the way Christopher narrates the story and it is a fascinating look into the mind of a 15 year old with Asperger's Syndrome and while I have no way to know what this is like it seems like an accurate depiction. 
 But the play will stay in my mind for a long time. The lighting and overwhelming moments made me feel like I imagine Christopher would feel-- uncomfortable, anxious, and lost. That feeling isn't as strong in the book. I realize that isn't a fair comparison, so I'm tried to be fair.