Don't Bullshit Me Daddy
by Jon Ferguson
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Pub Date 14 Aug 2023 | Archive Date 15 Nov 2024
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Description
'How do birds see the world? Do they have a totally different way of experiencing life than humans do? Are they stoic? Is their threshold of pain and loneliness completely different from ours?
'Can a bird die of a broken heart?
'In case you haven’t figured it out, what I’m trying to say is that when I was six years old and had a guinea pig, I didn’t ask any of these kinds of questions. The guinea pig was just a damn guinea pig and I petted it and fed it and cleaned its cage, but I sure as hell didn’t worry about a zillion ramifications of its mental condition. I’m trying to say that with age – in my case from six to sixteen – the world has become a whole lot more complicated.'
After witnessing the death of her mother at the age of eight, life is never going to be simple for Laura Winger... but, from Disneyland to Venice, her dad succeeds in making it a whole lot easier.
If reading Salinger's The Catcher in the Rye moved you because of the narrator's unease with childhood transitioning to adolescence, Ferguson's narrator in Don't Bullshit Me Daddy – 16-year-old Laura Winger – will move you to embrace the inescapable rite of passage into old age and certain mortality. This novel – rather than being about the loss of innocence – affirms that innocence exists in everyone.
Also included in the review copy is the follow-up Don't Bullshit Me Johnny,
A third volume Don't Bullshit Me God is due to be published later this year and will be available for review.
Available Editions
EDITION | Paperback |
ISBN | 9781916604094 |
PRICE | £8.99 (GBP) |
PAGES | 200 |
Available on NetGalley
Featured Reviews
In *Don't Bullshit Me Daddy*, we are introduced to Laura Winger, a 16-year-old grappling with profound questions about life, love, and loss. The novel begins with a poignant reflection on childhood, highlighting the stark contrast between the simplicity of youth and the complexity of adolescence. Laura's journey begins in the wake of her mother’s death, an event that casts a long shadow over her life, yet her father’s unwavering support provides a glimmer of hope amidst the chaos.
The narrative is infused with a sense of introspection, reminiscent of Salinger’s *The Catcher in the Rye*. Laura’s musings about birds and the nature of pain evoke a deep empathy in readers, inviting them to ponder their own experiences of growing up. The author skillfully captures the essence of this transitional phase, where innocence is both cherished and questioned. Laura's voice is authentic and relatable, making her struggles resonate with anyone who has faced the complexities of growing up.
The novel’s exploration of themes such as loss, love, and the search for meaning is beautifully woven throughout the narrative. Rather than a tale of lost innocence, *Don't Bullshit Me Daddy* celebrates the resilience of the human spirit, suggesting that innocence, in its myriad forms, endures even as we confront the harsh realities of life.
With the inclusion of *Don't Bullshit Me Johnny*, the follow-up to Laura’s story, readers are left eager for more. The anticipation for *Don't Bullshit Me God* later this year only heightens the experience, promising further exploration of the intricacies of life and relationships.
In conclusion, *Don't Bullshit Me Daddy* is a moving testament to the complexities of adolescence, and Laura Winger’s story will stay with you long after the last page is turned. This novel is a must-read for anyone navigating the turbulent waters of growing up and searching for connection in a world that often feels overwhelming.
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