Jasmine

Jasmine asked Bryan Reardon:

Do you identify as an Introvert? If so, do you feel like people often misjudge you as stand offish or withdrawn, did you also include that element of angst into the book?

Bryan Reardon Thanks for the thoughtful question, Jasmine. I definitely identify myself as an introvert, although some people I know argue the point. Often I have been (hopefully) misjudged as stand-offish or even arrogant. Strangely, it often occurs when I am feeling the most insecure about a social situation. I'd known for some time that I wanted to write about being a stay-at-home dad; but, the theme I most wanted to address in the book was the perception and challenges associated with introversion.

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Anne Marie

Anne Marie asked Bryan Reardon:

When you finished "Finding Jake", where you able to let the characters rest or do you still imagine what their future lives would be like? I just finished the book and feel like the characters will stay with me. It was a thoughtful read.

Lynn Pines

Lynn Pines asked Bryan Reardon:

This is not a question, but a comment. I literally had to "push" my book club to read Finding Jake ....they could not get past the subject of a school shooting. Just wanted you to know that all of the reviews were 9-10 (10 being our highest rating). This is a supreme compliment... they're a tough crowd :-) I look so forward to reading your next one and hopefully seeing you again at a future Gaithersburg Book Fest?

A Goodreads user

A Goodreads user asked Bryan Reardon:

Thank you. There are very few books that I consider "stunning". This book is one. I have never read a book on this subject from the perspective of the parent. Often the author is more concerned with describing the scene and all involved but the focus here is gentle, making the story all the more horrific. As the mother of a "quiet child" I am also thankful for your insight. Please say you have future books to share?

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