The Great Unexpected
The Great Unexpected by Dan Mooney, published by Park Row Books in 2019, is a 368-page work that explores the unlikely friendship between a curmudgeonly nursing home resident and his eccentric new roommate. Joel, frustrated with the constraints of his environment, begins to devise an escape plan when Frank, a retired soap opera actor, arrives and disrupts the status quo. Their contrasting personalities lead to a fast friendship, as Frank becomes the only one who truly listens to Joel and supports his desire for freedom.
Readers will find a charming and poignant narrative that delves into themes of friendship and self-discovery later in life. The story is filled with colorful characters and a blend of humor and deep emotion, illustrating how unexpected connections can lead to newfound joy. This edition presents a unique take on the experiences of aging and the pursuit of happiness, making it a thoughtful exploration of life’s possibilities.
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A curmudgeon and his eccentric new roommate join together to plan an epic escape in this charming, poignant tale.
Joel lives in a nursing home, and he’s not one bit happy about it. He hates being told when to eat, when to sleep, when to take his pills. He’s fed up with life and begins to plan a way out when his new roommate, a retired soap opera actor named Frank, moves in and turns the nursing-home community upside down.
Though the two men couldn’t be more opposite, a fast friendship is formed when Frank is the only one who listens to and stands up for Joel. When he tells Frank about his burgeoning plan, they embark together on a mission to find the perfect escape, and along the way will discover that it’s never too late for new beginnings.
Filled with colorful characters, sparkling humor and deep emotion, The Great Unexpected is the story of friendship, finding oneself later in life and experiencing newfound joy in the most unexpected places.
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