Synopsis:

Eric Mercer made a mistake when he was eighteen years old. Then he made a habit of it. Trapped in his one-stoplight hometown, Eric fills his days taking care of his accidental—but adored—five year old daughter, and working two humdrum jobs that are beneath his abilities, but perfect for his mindset.

 

Then everything changes. In one week, the return of a lost love, the death of an old friend, and the
absurdity that surrounds a high school football rivalry causes Eric to do the
one thing he's been avoiding for so long. To take stock of his life.

Led by a loveable screw-up, Small Town Odds, is about
living the life you have. It's a love letter to fatherhood. And
it's a refreshingly unpredictable visit with people who feel
more like old friends than fictional characters.

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Topics/Categories:

Fathers and Daughters, Fathers and Sons, Single Fatherhood, Small Towns, Teenage Parenthood

Type of Work:

Novel

Publishers:

Chronicle Books

Awards:

Barnes & Noble Best of 2004 Staff Pick

Purchase From:

Amazon

Original Publish Date:

2004-10-01

Formats:

hardcover, paperback