Book Review: The Side-Yard Superhero

When Family Review Network allowed me to review The Side-Yard Superhero I was interested because the whole premise of the book was of a young man's experience with a friend with Cerebral Palsy. Since this is a major factor of our every day life, I was intrigued by the perspective. Let me tell you I was not disappointed.

This is a a very moving story to the point that I was sobbing by being blessed to have read it. The special friendship that formed between the author Rick Niece and the disabled Bernie Jones who was a stop on his paper route is something to be treasured.

Probably the things that touched me the most was that throughout the book Rick teaches Bernie. Whether it is more about the town that virtually ignores Bernie, or whether it is an afternoon of horseshoes. Rick teaches Bernie about life outside his little world by sharing with him about his schoolwork and reading to him from Beowulf. The larger lessons are learned by Rick through all his time spent with Bernie.

I shared with Regan how much I loved the book, and she wants to read now that I am done. I think it will be a real eye opener to her on how far we have come with special needs and how precious a genuine friendship is.

I love this book and it is the perfect read for anyone who would like to read a special view of friendship, and also if you have a someone with special needs in your life. This will touch your heart and fill you with joy.