The Rosie Project: A Novel

Now in paperback, the international bestselling romantic comedy “bursting with warmth, emotional depth, and…humor,” (Entertainment Weekly) featuring the oddly charming, socially challenged genetics professor, Don, as he seeks true love. Arrestingly endearing and entirely unconventional, Graeme Simsion’s distinctive debut “navigates the choppy waters of adult relationships, both romantic and platonic, with a fresh take (USA TODAY). “Filled with humor and plenty of heart, The Rosie Project is a delightful reminder that all of us, no matter how we’re wired, just want to fit in” (Chicago Tribune).

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Published Jun 3, 2014

295 pages

Average rating: 7.55

826 RATINGS

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Community Reviews

Khris Sellin
Jul 05, 2024
8/10 stars
Sweet story about Don Tillman, a socially inept genetics professor, and his search for a life partner. Enter Rosie, who meets zero of his "qualifications." Hilarity ensues. This was a quick, easy read--nothing too deep here. Although there are interesting links at the end of the book.
Aravind Anilkumar
Dec 10, 2025
8/10 stars
Absolutely adorable and a very compelling page turner. One that refused to let me go to sleep before the past page was turned.
postcoffeepoop
Oct 21, 2025
8/10 stars
Just so sweet! Kinda awkward.
abookwanderer
Oct 09, 2025
8/10 stars
The Rosie Project has sat on my shelf for way too long. I finally got around to reading it, and it was a pure delight! I loved the main character, Don, and his straightforwardness, the challenges he faced as an adult with Aspergers. When I found out this novel had originally been written as a screenplay and then turned into a novel, I could definitely tell. It read so much like a movie, and I hope it is truly being made because there were so many scenes where I thought, "I would love to SEE this played out." AND it was set in Australia! It's a win win all around!
Harrietaspy
May 04, 2025
8/10 stars
Quirky, funny, bizarre, annoying at times. A fun read.

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