READ IT - It resonates
I dont remember where I picked up this book, and when I finally started reading, I was a bit put off by the constant derogatory remarks on Smithy Ides weight. Even Smithy gets into the act.
But as I read on, I realized that Smithy is full of self-loathing but doesnt seem to realize where that self-destructive attitude originates. As circumstances start off horribly wrong for him, he begins a journey that he doesnt understand. Just a need to propel himself across the street on his old bicycle, a once beloved object of his young mastery. Its a rough start but as he awkwardly progresses, memories of his youth return and in the quiet recesses of his mind, he comes to terms with the terrible consequences of growing up in a damaged family. Where all the focus is set upon his beloved and mentally ill sister.
How much can a family give of themselves to try to save someone so troubled? Apparently, if youre not careful, you can lose it all and still not make a difference.
I read this book some 3 months back and it lingers with me still. I believe it to be one of the most loving, confusing, life-affirming novels I have read in a very long time. Quite worth the bumpy bike ride!
I dont remember where I picked up this book, and when I finally started reading, I was a bit put off by the constant derogatory remarks on Smithy Ides weight. Even Smithy gets into the act.
But as I read on, I realized that Smithy is full of self-loathing but doesnt seem to realize where that self-destructive attitude originates. As circumstances start off horribly wrong for him, he begins a journey that he doesnt understand. Just a need to propel himself across the street on his old bicycle, a once beloved object of his young mastery. Its a rough start but as he awkwardly progresses, memories of his youth return and in the quiet recesses of his mind, he comes to terms with the terrible consequences of growing up in a damaged family. Where all the focus is set upon his beloved and mentally ill sister.
How much can a family give of themselves to try to save someone so troubled? Apparently, if youre not careful, you can lose it all and still not make a difference.
I read this book some 3 months back and it lingers with me still. I believe it to be one of the most loving, confusing, life-affirming novels I have read in a very long time. Quite worth the bumpy bike ride!
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