The Shock of the Fall - Nathan Filer

This excellent and enjoyable novel manages, in a similar way to "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time" (to which it has often been compared), to draw the reader into the inner world of someone with an unusual mental state by creating an engaging character with a convincing voice. In this case, as well as shedding light on the experience of living with schizophrenia and navigating the mental health care system, the book provides a moving and insightful portrayal of a family crippled by grief after a tragic accident.