Priestdaddy

Dive into the hilarious and poignant world of Patricia's life in 'Priestdaddy', a captivating memoir that masterfully blends laughter with heartfelt truths. In this unique narrative, Patricia navigates the complexities of returning to her childhood home with her husband after a costly medical procedure. She confronts her family's eccentricities, including her father, an all-American priest with a penchant for gun-toting antics after a religious epiphany brought on by countless viewings of The Exorcist. Patricia's mother emerges as the emotional core of the story, frantically worrying about calamities that may befall her family and even innocent bystanders.

'Priestdaddy' is more than just a memoir; it's an exploration of faith, familial bonds, and the chaos of living amidst a deeply spiritual yet absurd upbringing. Patricia's engaging storytelling resonates with readers as she combines humor with deep introspection, shedding light on the darker aspects of her Catholic upbringing while celebrating the absurdity of life. With 352 pages of witty insights and relatable scenarios, this book promises to be both entertaining and thought-provoking.

Perfect for those who enjoy memoirs that offer laughs and reflections on faith and family, 'Priestdaddy' is a must-read that will leave you questioning the norms of life and religion. Grab your B-format paperback today for an unforgettable reading experience. Note: Enjoy FREE shipping on this item. Please allow up to 10 days for delivery.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780141984599
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2018
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 352


Description:
When the expense of a medical procedure forces the 30-year-old Patricia to move back in with her parents, husband in tow, she must learn to live again with her family's simmering madness, and to reckon with the dark side of a childhood spent in the bosom of the Catholic Church. Her father is a gun-toting, all-American, frequently semi-naked priest who underwent a religious conversion after watching The Exorcist 70 times on a Navy submarine; her mother, who emerges as the book's real heart, is a woman preternaturally concerned with the various disasters that could be about to befall her loved ones - and any nearby babies - at all times. Told with a keen comic sensibility that packs a laugh on almost every page, this is at the same time a lyrical and affecting true story of how, having ventured into the underworld, we can emerge with our levity and our sense of justice intact.

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