Review: Full of fun, joy and pathos
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 08 27, 2013
This is a review ofThe Diary Of An Expectant FatherThis is an excellent book.The protagonist of this book is Graham, a full-time career idiot, who meets a girl on a works night out. Despite his previous lack of success in his relationships with women (not surprising given some of his views and his very funny antics), he finds himself, albeit reluctantly, as the father to her child.At times funny, sad, full of pathos, remorse, understanding and fear, Graham faithfully records the events in his life right up to the moment of birth, as though his diary was being read by aliens at some point in the future. This, as much as anything else in the book, points to his obvious immaturity.In some senses this book epitomises all that is wrong with society today, unexpected sex leading to a relationship and a baby, rather than the relationship leading the way. But for all that, it is a funny, interesting (and quite short) read.Can't wait for the next in the series.5 stars.