The Guncle by Steven Rowley

Format & Condition: Hardback, Very Good
Genre: Contemporary Fiction

Patrick, a once-famous sitcom star living in Palm Springs, loves being the fun uncle—but becoming a full-time caregiver was never part of his plan. When a family tragedy brings his young niece and nephew into his home for the summer, his unconventional rules and larger-than-life personality help all three navigate grief, change, and unexpected new beginnings.

Winner of the Thurber Prize for American Humor and named an NPR Book of the Year, this bestseller balances laugh-out-loud moments with genuine tenderness. I recommend it for its unforgettable characters, sharp wit, and hopeful reminder that caring for someone else can help us heal, too.