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A review by kcarri
Demolition Dad by Phil Earle
4.0
Phil Earle is a phenomenal writer. Seriously. This book is funny and thrilling, tender and serious (ish) in all the ways it needs to be.
It's the story of a family, particularly of a father and son, but really it's also about a crumbling Northern town and how a chance at fame might turn its fortunes about. It wears it's politics on its sleeve even if that was never the intended focus.
Regardless of its simplicity politics ultimately this book is a fun, campy adventure about family, wrestling, and fame that is never far away from a sharp gag. It's brilliantly fun and well worth a spot on your child's (or your own) bookshelf!
It's the story of a family, particularly of a father and son, but really it's also about a crumbling Northern town and how a chance at fame might turn its fortunes about. It wears it's politics on its sleeve even if that was never the intended focus.
Regardless of its simplicity politics ultimately this book is a fun, campy adventure about family, wrestling, and fame that is never far away from a sharp gag. It's brilliantly fun and well worth a spot on your child's (or your own) bookshelf!