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Autism in Heels: The Untold Story of a Female Life on the Spectrum

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Jennifer O'toole
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Ratings
Book
64
Narrator
23
Release Date
May 12, 2020
Duration
12 hours 40 minutes
Summary
This intimate memoir reveals the woman inside one of autism’s most prominent figures, Jennifer O'Toole. At the age of thirty-five, Jennifer was diagnosed with Asperger's syndrome, and for the first time in her life, things made sense. Now, she exposes the constant struggle between carefully crafted persona and authentic existence, editing the autism script with wit, candor, passion, and power. Her journey is one of reverse-self-discovery not only as an Aspie but—more importantly—as a thoroughly modern woman.

Beyond being a memoir, Autism in Heels is a love letter to all women. It’s a conversation starter, a game-changer, and a firsthand account of what it is to walk in Jennifer's shoes (especially those iconic red stilettos).

Whether it's bad perms or body image, sexuality or self-esteem, Jennifer's journey is as much a human journey as one on the spectrum. Because autism ''looks a bit different in pink,'' most girls and women who fit the profile are not identified, facing years of avoidable anxiety, eating disorders, volatile relationships, self-harm, and stunted independence. Jennifer has been there too. Autism in Heels takes that message mainstream.

From her own struggles and self-discovery, she has built an empire of empowerment, inspiring women the world over to realize they aren't mistakes. They are misunderstood miracles.
Reviews
Profile Avatar Owen Finbar B. Dec 2021

The best audiobook that I’ve ever listen to! Jennifer really takes you on a journey of her life and articulates how it is being Asperger’s, I highly recommend for anyone on the spectrum or had family on it. 5 star!

Profile Avatar Pamela A. Apr 2021

Highly recommended, the Best book I have ever read! Really! An absolute eye opener to me. Like a lot other mom's with autistic kids, I started power reading through autism books only to see the light shining on my own issues and I started ticking all the boxes that I hadn't seen before. Thank you for starting my new chapter and taking me on this journey. I can't wait to read the other books that I had read year's ago.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Jan 2024

Excellent audio book

Profile Avatar Kasandra V. Jan 2023

I found out I was autistic in my twenties, and this book helped me so much! definitely will be recommending to everyone.

Profile Avatar Alley K. Aug 2022

reads well, helpful insight, quick read

Profile Avatar Nina V. May 2025

Started out with interest but couldn’t finish it, the author / narrator was too annoying and it was more about her brilliance than the topic

Profile Avatar Terry L. Jan 2025

Very insightful which I really appreciated but a bit repetitive.Nice voice. Did not sound have that computer corrected sound (thankfully). Sometimes a little too theatrical though.

Profile Avatar Emma C. Nov 2024

Found this book super interesting, even though our family doesnt have anyone the subject content relates to. Learning about all the aspects of Jennifers life, struggles, overcoming things. The best though was hearing the author articulate her own words, and the raw emotion of describing certain situations.

Profile Avatar KarenG Oct 2024

Gave me incite into what my daughter with Asperger’s has dealt with. The book made me laugh and cry. Having Asperger’s is hard.

Profile Avatar Anonymous Sep 2024

This book explains SO MUCH!

Profile Avatar Esther P. Aug 2024

Really wonderful and engaging book - Jennifer is an amazing story teller so this is fantastic to listen to!

Autism in Heels: The Untold Story of a Female Life on the Spectrum

Autism in Heels: The Untold Story of a Female Life on the Spectrum

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