Gunny GoodReads: “The Guncle” by Steven Rowley

This is a traditional book club that meets once a month to discuss books over light snacks. They read contemporary fiction, with a taste for the suspense or thriller genre and meet on the fourth Wednesday of every month from 4-5:30 pm (some changes due to holidays).

About the Book:

From the bestselling author of Lily and the Octopus and The Editor comes a warm and deeply funny novel about a once-famous sitcom star whose unexpected family tragedy leaves him with his niece and nephew.

Patrick O’Hara has always loved his niece, Maisie, and nephew, Grant — from a safe distance. His Palm Springs home and reclusive lifestyle aren’t exactly welcoming to children. But when tragedy strikes, Patrick finds himself suddenly taking on the role of primary guardian.

Patrick has no idea what to expect, having spent years barely holding on after the loss of his own great love and managing a stalled career. He regrets his decision to take them in, until he starts to recognize that his outsize lifestyle and unusual life wisdom could bring about a season of healing that redefines their understanding of family, and finally lead Patrick back to himself.

USA Today Bestseller
Wall Street Journal Bestseller
A Library Reads Pick
A PEOPLE Magazine Best Book of the Week
A Washington Post Feel Good Book for Summer
One of NPR’s Books We Love 2021
A Goodreads Choice Award Finalist
Semi-Finalist The Thurber Prize for American Humor