Many thanks to NetGalley and Harper Collins William Morrow for gifting me both a digital and physical ARC of this amazing debut book by Anna Johnston. All opinions expressed in this review are my own – 5 stars!
Frederick Fife is in his 80s, broke, lonely, and just about to be homeless. But Fred’s luck changes when he takes the place of grumpy Bernard at the local nursing home, through a bizarre case of mistaken identity. Now, he’s being sheltered, has meals and medical care and, most importantly, friends. Denise is a caregiver at the nursing home, and her life is falling apart as well. Her marriage is failing, and her daughter has health issues. Denise becomes suspicious of the change in Bernard’s personality. Will she reveal the truth?
This book was amazing. I could not put it down nor could I love Fred any more. The entire cast of characters is wonderful – full of relatable people with flaws just trying to do what’s right. This story will pull at your heartstrings in so many different ways. I felt so bad for the people in the nursing home dealing with dementia and other health issues, but the caring people made all the difference. This book is a must read – it’s laugh-out-loud hilarious, smart, and will have you thinking about grief, forgiveness, and second chances. Plus, there’s a twist that shook me! Highly recommended and just an astonishing debut novel!
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