I love the representation of autism in the book. The story was well written, and very sad.

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Of Monsters And Planes Paperback – 25 May 2023
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Of Monsters And Planes is a heartfelt story about two brothers grappling with severe autism… and the apocalypse. After miraculously surviving a global nuclear meltdown, Mikey and his autistic brother Alby must travel across the scorched Earth, avoiding the perils of this dangerous new world as they attempt to reach the last outpost of human survivors. It is a thrilling adventure about a brotherly bond forged in the most trying of circumstances…
- Print length282 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication date25 May 2023
- Dimensions15.24 x 1.8 x 22.86 cm
- ISBN-13979-8394257643
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- ASIN : B0C6BZMGM6
- Publisher : Independently published
- Publication date : 25 May 2023
- Language : English
- Print length : 282 pages
- ISBN-13 : 979-8394257643
- Item weight : 490 g
- Dimensions : 15.24 x 1.8 x 22.86 cm
- Best Sellers Rank: 145,011 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Johnathon Nicolaou is an Australian author specialising in the Speculative Fiction (particularly Fantasy and Dystopian) and, Young Adult genres. He is the creator of The Lost Artefacts Series as well as the Dome Trilogy.
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- Reviewed in Australia on 12 January 2025
- Reviewed in Australia on 29 January 2025Verified Purchasethis is a beautifully written exploration of autism, capturing both the good and the bad of living with it, as well as the challenges of caring for someone on the spectrum. As an autistic person with a son who is also autistic, this book hit home in the best way possible—it was both heartwarming and gut-wrenching. It handles sensitive topics with grace, never crassly. A special shoutout to the clever anagrams like Leon Umsk and Jef Zebos, who may just be a subtle nod to today’s issues with the ultra-wealthy. Highly recommend this book, especially if you’re living with or know someone with autism.
- Reviewed in Australia on 6 July 2023Verified PurchaseThis is very different to what I read
Honestly I was hesitant thinking I wouldn’t like it
But turn out I was surprised and really like the story
And can I say just wow the way the autistic character is portrayed , very believable (well done)
💜💜💜 looking forward to what’s next
- Reviewed in Australia on 3 October 2024There were a few inconsistencies in the book that I didn't like they made a point of saying the microwave wasn't working but the TV still had static. And it was like
... a jump from scene to scene which got quite tedious very quickly. Like filler episodes. There were no explanations behind the mutations of the monsters and why it didn't effect humans. I liked that it was set in Australia but besides that it was just an average read.
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- Natascha GotteslebenReviewed in Germany on 8 March 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Damn what a journey
Verified PurchaseI didn't expect too much of this book but it was really engaging. The ending made me cry and I can't say that about many Books. That's the best book about brotherly love I've ever read
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Monserrath MarroquínReviewed in Mexico on 25 April 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Hermoso
Verified PurchaseDe vdd, este libro no lo quería terminar, es muy bueno dure dos días leyendo las últimas 50 páginas porque de verdad no quería terminarlo.
Me encanta todo el desenlace porque como alguien que cumple el papel de cuidadora u protectora de una persona con discapacidad fue tan hermoso ver tus emociones plasmadas en Mikey, porque al final de cuenta somos humanos que también aprendemos a tratar con otro humano, de vdd que no esperaba ese final Jajsjaja, o sea fue wow, lo volvería a leer mil veces más.
Me encantaría que haya una secuela directa con los personajes para saber un poco más sobre la colonia de mineros sin embargo por lo pronto leeré la del domo, muchas gracias de vdd aprecié bastante el libro.
- Emma robertsonReviewed in the United Kingdom on 12 January 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Devastatingly beautiful
Verified PurchaseThis book is so beautifully written, every little detail makes you feel engrossed in the book, almost as if you’re apart of it.
I had to tear myself away from the book most of the time, just to get some sleep. But the ending was so worth it !!
I really do recommend you read this book, especially if you’re in to twists and turns all around !!
- Amazon CustomerReviewed in the United States on 11 January 2025
5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable and Heartfelt
Verified PurchaseI enjoyed this book immensely and found it difficult to put down. An interesting story of two brothers traveling to safety in a post-apocalyptic landscape. Full of adventure, tense moments, suspense, and emotion. It had me crying in my car at the end. Glad I didn’t wear makeup to work that day.
Mikey goes to his family’s vacation farm and ends up in the unfortunate situation of having to protect his brother while traveling through hundreds of miles of dangerous terrain and fending off mutant monsters. Throughout the book he struggles with his burden and his relationship with Alby, who has Autism and does not seem to understand the gravity of their new world.
This book provides insight to the challenges of Autism and the author has stated it he story was inspired by his relationship with his own brother. One thing that consistently shines through is the overwhelming love between brothers and the hope Mikey has for their future.
- ClaudiaReviewed in the United States on 2 December 2024
4.0 out of 5 stars hearbreaking
Verified PurchaseMikey always seemed to be annoyed by his autistic brother, Alby. He didn’t know why he joined this vacation when he knew what it would end up being— fights arguments that he couldn’t just not win against his brother.
When they accidentally get trapped in their basement, a blast is felt after when time has passed Mickey begins to freak out. When he steps out the new world that is awaiting him will completely change his mentality.
Mickey struggles with handling his autistic brother through the apocalypse new world, theirs times when his thoughts betray him. But he will never leave his brother to fend on his own, Alby is the only family he has left. After hearing about survivors they set out ti find their new home they go through the worst and face death— all while doing it with Albys different characteristics and behaviors. They are set to find safety for the both of them.