The Full Ridiculous

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The Full Ridiculous by Mark Lamprell is a humorous and poignant exploration of a man's upheaval when his life spirals out of control. Through unexpected events and personal challenges, the protagonist navigates a series of misfortunes, all while discovering deeper truths about family and resilience. With an engaging narrative, the story captures the chaos of everyday life and the absurdity that inevitably accompanies it.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to stories that blend humour and poignancy. It offers a compelling look at family life through the unexpected tribulations of an ordinary man, filled with wit and warmth that makes it both entertaining and relatable.

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The Full Ridiculous

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Michael O'Dell is hit by a car. When he doesn't die, he is surprised and pleased. But he can't seem to move from the crash position. He can't concentrate, or control his anger and grief, or work out what to do about anything.

His wife Wendy is heroically supportive but his teenage children don't help his post-accident angst: daughter Rosie punches out a vindictive schoolmate and all hell breaks loose, while son Declan is found with a stash of illicit drugs.

A strange policeman starts harassing the family and ordinary mishaps take on a sinister desperation.

The Full Ridiculous captures the chaos of life with wit and raw emotion, offering a poignant exploration of the struggles between personal turmoil and familial bonds.

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The Full Ridiculous by Mark Lamprell is praised as a humorous and heartfelt portrayal of a family's challenges and resilience. The narrative is compared to The Rosie Project for its gentle and comic approach to serious themes. Reviewers highlight its engaging and witty depiction of modern family dynamics, with strong thematic elements of love, self-discovery, and personal crises, making it an inspiring read.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781922147264

Publisher: Text Publishing

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 September 2013

Country: Australia

Imprint: The Text Publishing Company

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 347g

Pages: 250

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