The Guncle
From the bestselling author of Lily and the Octopus and The Editor comes a warm and deeply funny novel about a once-famous gay sitcom star whose unexpected family tragedy leaves him with his niece and nephew for the summer. The Guncle is a moving tribute to the power of love, patience, and family in even the most trying of times.
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This was so fun and charming - it was exactly what I was looking for in a comfort read for the gray winter days.
I loved it! I had this book sitting on my TBR list for ages and finally picked it up because a bookclub was about to read it. I didn't make the deadline or the bookclub meeting, but I still felt it was worth reading.
There were so many funny lines in it. I found myself laughing out loud so many times. I don't mean to say that it was a fluffy comedic book, because it did have a lot of touching moments in it.
I loved it and would recommend it highly.
There were so many funny lines in it. I found myself laughing out loud so many times. I don't mean to say that it was a fluffy comedic book, because it did have a lot of touching moments in it.
I loved it and would recommend it highly.
I absolutely enjoyed Guncle! It's such a heartwarming read that goes beyond just being feel-good. While I can't say it's packed with big comedic moments, it offers a sense of tenderness that resonated deeply with me. I found myself smiling frequently, even if I didn't laugh out loud. The narrative is charming, chaotic, loud, and genuine, capturing real-life emotions. Moments in the story struck a chord with me, particularly as someone who experienced the loss of a parent during childhood, but also as a reluctant caretaker. Its blend of joyful and poignant moments makes it a relatable and impactful experience.
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