Dignity as a theme often makes for a strong protagonist and an engaging novel, "The art of the body:" does not stray from the norm; well-written and intense, Allison's book deals with difficult topics in a sincere and heartfelt manner.

This book is a breath of fresh air. The writing is very distinct, raw and a little uncomfortable at times, the characterisation superb. Within the writing, Allison has captured Sean's character perfectly; the person masked beneath the disabilities. Most novels focus more on societal views of people with severe/profound disabilities and not the 'insider's' point of view as this book does. I urge you to read this emotive and powerful book.

Many thanks to Netgalley for a copy of this ARC for which I have given my voluntary and unbiased review.

I found this so moving, having lots of experience of the care industry and the impact of caring for a loved one on family members. It's a book unlike any other I have read and I enjoyed getting into the head of an art student, who couldn't be further from me personally! Wonderful characterisation; definitely.a difficult and challenging read for me emotionally but I appreciated what it made me consider.