Rebecca & Heart is the journey of a young girl struggling with autism. The story is told from a unique perspective - a fly on the wall! The story is set in the days leading up to and during World War II in England--a time when autism was little understood and poorly treated. The story notes the first identification of autism and addresses the characteristics and misconceptions regarding the condition. This book presents an accurate portrayal of autism and the challenges faced by the child herself and those around her. The author chronicles the adventures of Rebecca and her irrepressible dog as they learn to cope in a world at war.