Addition Review

So I was in London just last week and I bought a whole lot of new books from WHSmith. Books are so much cheaper there than they are in Singapore. One of the books I bought was 'Addition'. It's about this girl named Grace who is obsessed with counting things, anything, everything. She just counts and counts and counts and counts. It's not exactly OCD. It's different, and that's what I love about it.

Nikola Tesla, Grace's idol

Then comes in this "average man" named Seamus. He doesn't count stuff like she does. And he just works in the theatre, lives with two of his brothers. But somehow one thing leads to another and next thing you know, they're in the bedroom. But, of course, that is not why Grace loves him.

I think Seamus really goes the extra mile by bringing her to therapy and all. I mean it's tough, that's for sure — therapy, that is. I think it's a really brave thing to do but unfortunately, sometimes, no matter how brave you are, it just doesn't work for you.

One thing I really love about Toni's (Or Jordan's) work is that she really has a lot of word play in there. For example, just in the synopsis itself: Grace's problem is that Seamus doesn't count. Her other problem... he does.

Or towards the end of the book, she beautifully states one about "Average" but I shan't spoil that. It's a gorgeous revelation. Average is unique. That's all I can say.

Apart from the occasional bedroom scene, I really think this is an awesome book. It especially gives insights into anxiety, obsession and a teeny bit of OCD. I think Silver Lining's Playbook definitely covers more on mental illnesses so if you are interested, stay tuned.

P.S. The Silver Lining's Playbook movie was awesome though! Should catch it! Still halfway through the book. And Merry Christmas. :)

Toni Jordan