"Martine McDonagh writes simply, sparingly, intelligently and unsentimentally about both big and small things." (Stephen May, Costa Prize shortlisted author)
"A classic coming-of-age story exploring themes of identity, addiction, narcissism and neuroticism." (Big Issue)
"Sonny is a brilliant creation . . . The final payoff, pitch perfect." (Annabel Gaskell for www.shinynewbooks.co.uk)
"I loved tagging along on this kooky hero’s quest." (www.bookishbeck.com)
"A highly original book . . . A very likeable character and, as a reader, you find yourself rooting for him as you turn each page." (www.swirlandthread.com)
Longlisted for the 2017 Guardian Not the Booker Prize
Meet Sonny Anderson as he tips headlong into adulthood. Sonny doesn’t remember his mother’s face; he was kidnapped at age five by his father, Guru Bim, and taken to live in a commune in Brazil. Since the age of ten, Sonny has lived in Redondo Beach, California, with his guardian Thomas Hardiker. Brits think he’s an American, Americans think he’s a Brit.
When he turns 21, Sonny musters the courage to travel alone to the UK in an attempt to leave a troubled past behind, reunite with his mother and finally learn the truth about his childhood. With a list of people to visit, a whole lot of attitude and five mysterious letters from his guardian, Sonny sets out to learn the truth. But is it a truth he wants to hear?
Narcissism for Beginners is a fresh, witty and humane take on the struggle to make sense of growing up.
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