Priestdaddy
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2017
352
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Kansas City, Missouri • 2010s
2017
Adult
18+ years
Priestdaddy by Patricia Lockwood is a memoir that weaves together Lockwood's experiences of moving back into her parents' rectory with her husband, Jason, after economic hardship, the history of her father’s unique journey from Lutheran minister to one of the few married Catholic priests, and her challenging exploration of identity, family, and faith, against the backdrop of her complicated childhood. The book discusses sexual abuse.
Humorous
Emotional
Nostalgic
Contemplative
Bittersweet
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Patricia Lockwood's Priestdaddy offers a unique blend of memoir and humor, detailing her unconventional upbringing with a priest father. Critics praise its witty, poetic prose and sharp observations, though some find its episodic structure uneven. Overall, it's lauded for its originality and emotional depth, capturing both hilarity and poignancy.
A reader who enjoys Priestdaddy by Patricia Lockwood likely appreciates memoirs with sharp wit, irreverent humor, and vivid storytelling. Comparable to Bossypants by Tina Fey or Let's Pretend This Never Happened by Jenny Lawson, this reader enjoys introspective yet humorous accounts of unconventional family dynamics and personal growth.
26,699 ratings
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352
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Kansas City, Missouri • 2010s
2017
Adult
18+ years
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