Lou Arrendale

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Lou Arrendale is the protagonist of ‘The Speed of Dark’ and a highly functioning autistic man in a near-future Earth. He possesses exceptional pattern-recognition skills and works at a pharmaceutical company alongside others with similar conditions. Throughout the novel, Lou questions his identity and the impact of eradicating the neurodiversity that defines him and his peers. He offers a unique perspective on human cognition and emotion, providing a thought-provoking exploration of the ethical dilemmas surrounding genetic manipulation and the quest for ‘normalcy’.

Quotes

[“I like the stars. It’s the illusion of permanence, I think. I mean, they’re always flaring up and caving in and going out. But from here, I can pretend…I can pretend that things last. I can pretend that lives last longer than moments.”,”What is wrong with me? I feel fine. My mind is clearer than it’s been in years, but it’s trapped. I can’t find words. I feel like I’m trapped inside my head.”,”There’s no logical reason not to believe in magic. It’s right in front of us. The fact that we never expect it is what makes it so.”]

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Appearance

Lou has unkempt dark brown hair, intense blue eyes, and an average height. He also has a habit of tapping his fingers when anxious or deep in thought.

Gender

Male

Abilities.

Exceptional pattern-recognition skills

Archetype

Protagonist

Species

Human

Age

Book

The Speed of Dark

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