A review by bookcrazyblogger
The Astonishing Life of August March by Aaron Jackson

4.0

August March was born in a theatre in New York City whose mother abandons him minutes after the birth to become famous. He’s half hazardously raised by the old laundress and a British actor who drifts in for shows at the theatre. When the theatre shuts down, August must rely on all of his skills, including the art of conning people, in order to survive postwar America. The novel is full of outlandish, eccentric and whimsical characters. It was enjoyable to see this little boy grow up from being the ultimate theatre geek to becoming a con artist and a thief, almost out of sheer boredom. This is definitely a really quick read but it’s an enjoyable read, as each character seems to outdo the last by becoming more intriguing. If you’re looking for a quick but fun read, I recommend you pick this one up.