His honesty is raw, the revelations quite shocking, as he writes to air thoughts and theories about what actually happened during their childhood which was experienced differently by each child. There's mildew and sadness and no room for anything.ĭavid is remarkably candid, in his wry, humorous way, about the strange relationship all of the kids had with their father. The Sedaris kids clear out the house and it becomes apparent that Lou has become a great hoarder of stuff that he'll get around to fixing, of clothes that he'll never wear. In his late 90s, Lou Sedaris leaves the family house to enter a rest home. Written during and after lockdowns in the US and UK, David writes of his father's decline. So what is he musing upon in this new work?įamily is a goldmine for this writer. His observations on life, the universe and everything are second to none.
It is also a nice introduction to characters and setting for a series of books.Happy-Go-Lucky – David Sedaris (Little, Brown, $34.99) reviewed by Louise Ward, Wardini BooksĪ new collection from David Sedaris is always cause for celebration. Still, theres growing depth and empathy in his writing and delivery. It did have a little bit of horse language, but there were definitions in the back of the book. Sedariss latest update on his family and society brings the funny. It is packed full of little lessons about learning, finding new friends, and following directions. The story is interesting and would be great for new readers who are going into something new like a new school or a summer camp. My Review: This book came in a bundle of used books and I thought it was cute. Will Happy Go Lucky find his place at Big Apple Barn?" He has a lot to learn, and he misses his home. He loves living with his mom at Shoemaker Stables! But when he's sent to help at a riding school called Big Apple Barn, everything in Happy's life changes.īig Apple Barn is full of new adventures! Happy has never met other horses and ponies before.
Synopsis: "When Happy Go Lucky, a young quarter pony, is moved from his home to the stables at Big Apple Barn, endless adventures await him!
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