Review: An Actor's Life
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 07 14, 2014
Duncan Whitehead has an extraordinary sense of humour. I know this because I have read other books by him in the past, most recently,The Reluctant Jesus. As soon as I saw this short story, I knew I would love it. I was not disappointed. Not at all, not in the least bit. Duncan has a knack for writing characters that are dynamic, changing in such a way that you end up liking characters that you know you shouldn't. It is his brilliant understanding of human nature that allows him to pull that feat off again and again. For an example of what I mean, I would simply refer you to hisThe Gordonston Ladies Dog Walking Club. Yes, "An Actor's Life" is a short story. But you won't come up short in this entertaining, well-written book. you are sure to have many a laugh out loud moment before you close the covers on this one. "An Actor's Life" is highly recommended for readers who enjoy a good laugh. There's plenty in this book.Reviewed by Thomas Jerome BakerAuthor ofHow to Teach Debating: Theory & Practical Handbook for the Non-Native Teacher,Debate Coach & International English Language Learner Worldwide