I AM IN HERE The Journey of a Child with Autism Who Cannot Speak but Finds Her Voice

A child who cannot speak writes astonishing poetry. Cassandra Campbell sensitively delivers the story of Elizabeth Bonker’s amazing journey to overcome the grip of autism with the help of her dedicated mother, Virginia Breen. Campbell reads Elizabeth’s insightful poetry, which ends each chapter, in the bright, captivating voice of a young teen. Campbell also portrays her division of the world into two groups: those who question their suffering with “why” and those who overcome by asking “how.” Her powerful and moving characterization of Elizabeth as a “how” person is emotionally compelling. Campbell’s capable narration educates listeners on the frustrations, hopes, and dreams of those without speech through an inspirational story of one who learned to “speak” through the written word. G.D.W. © AudioFile 2011, Portland, Maine [Published: DECEMBER 2011]