Like Father
Like Father by Nicholas Day-Lewis, published by Xlibris AU on September 27, 2022, is a poignant exploration of familial dynamics and personal identity. This 270-page work delves into the life of John Madden, who grows up in a challenging environment marked by an abusive father and a submissive mother. As he navigates the complexities of his upbringing, John faces bullying at school but eventually finds love with Helen while training as a mechanic. The narrative raises critical questions about the impact of parental influence and the struggles of breaking free from a cycle of abuse.
Readers will find a thoughtful examination of relationships and the potential for change within the confines of one’s upbringing. The story focuses on John’s internal conflict regarding his father’s legacy and the implications for his marriage to Helen. As the plot unfolds, it addresses themes of love, control, and the difficulty of making life-altering decisions. This edition, written in English, invites readers to reflect on the challenges of personal growth and the complexities of love in the face of adversity.
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John Madden is born into a poor working class family. He has an abusive father, who acts like a puppeteer, an expert in mind control, while his mother is timid and subservient. At school he is mocked and bullied. but later, as an apprentice mechanic at TAFE, John meets Helen with whom he falls in love and marries. The question is: Will John turn out to be like his father? And if he does how will Helen react? And will she be able to escape from the marriage if she finds it necessary, for to leave is the hardest thing anyone ever has to do?
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