“A gorgeous love story of depth and raw emotion that beautifully dismantles the ugly perceptions of autism.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
“[Alvie’s] meltdowns and behavioral quirks add dimension to what is a fully realized portrayal of a person living with Asperger’s... This is a love story that could also appeal to adult readers. Their love is hard-fought and deservedly earned.” — School Library Journal (starred review)
“At last! A.J. Steiger’s When My Heart Joins the Thousand offers a love story between two atypical characters with breathtaking honesty about all the messy aspects of real love—sex, compatibility, trust, and most of all, honesty.” — Cammie McGovern, author of Say What You Will