A review by katiez624
The New One: Painfully True Stories from a Reluctant Dad by Mike Birbiglia

4.0

I first heard about Mike Birbiglia when I saw his movie, "Sleepwalk With Me." His brand of storytelling and humor is one that is endearing, quirky, with a touch of self-deprecation. In everything that he does, he is totally and completely himself, with no pretenses and a lot of vulnerable honesty. He tells the truth about his fears and insecurities, thereby allowing his audience to admit that we also have those same unspoken issues.

His foray into fatherhood is one of uncertainty and doubt, much like the experience of every new parent.

The book also features poems written by his wife, which added an unexpected but delightful bonus to the chapters.