Monday, June 22, 2015
To Rise Again at a Decent Hour, by Joshua Ferris
Ferris can write, no doubt. And the idea behind this tale lures you in.
Paul O’Rourke, a New York dentist, has issues. Unable to maintain relationships (although he loves each girl’s family), conflicted about his beloved Red Sox, and confused about his belief - or lack thereof - in God.
Then someone “borrows” his identity, creating a web site and social media accounts in his name. Suddenly new questions develop, and Paul begins an inward odyssey.
In parts the book is very funny; in others a little tedious. You’ll likely skim much of the religious history. Still an interesting, humorous read.
Labels:
baseball,
Books-Fiction,
dentists,
identity theft,
Joshua Ferris,
Red Sox,
religion,
religious history
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