Summer with Michael

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Pub Date Apr 12 2016 | Archive Date Sep 16 2018

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Description

When Michael, a schizophrenic, is kicked out of a halfway house for sexually acting out, his estranged, older brother, Chris, is forced to take him. They go to Florida for the summer in a senior mobile-home park. Well-intentioned, but misguided, Chris tries to cure his brother. For a time Michael charms the old folks with his Michael Jackson style dancing. Then pandemonium sets in. Sometimes funny, sometimes wrenching, the brothers try to resolve the past that brought them to where they are. Does sibling rivalry or brotherly love win?

If you liked Rain Man, Silver Lining Playbook, and Manchester by the Sea, you'll love Summer with Michael.

When Michael, a schizophrenic, is kicked out of a halfway house for sexually acting out, his estranged, older brother, Chris, is forced to take him. They go to Florida for the summer in a senior...


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ISBN 9780998364704
PRICE $5.99 (USD)

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Oh my. What do I say about this book? I loved it. From start to finish. It was a beautiful story about two brothers basically forced together, after years of separation. The main characters Chris, Michael, and yes, I’m including Alma were all beautiful souls. The story was well written. There were a few typos & grammatical errors, but they didn’t hinder the story at all. I laughed, I cried and I laughed again.

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The author did a stellar job of writing about the struggles of caring for a loved one with mental health issues. The raw and honest details were written about in a factual way and were not judgmental towards his brother. Highly recommend this one!

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Oh how I enjoyed this book!!!! The dynamics between the brothers keep you glued to the pages I love the supporting characters also, especially the ones in the senior citizen comples. This book will take you through a variety of emotions. Thanks to NetGalley, the author and the publisher for the ARC of this book. Although I received the book in this manner, it did not affect my opinion of this book nor my review.

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