In the Event of My Untimely Demise: Twenty Things My Son Needs to Know ―A Witty and Heartfelt Survival Guide from Father to Son

by Brian Sack

In the form of letters written to his son, Brian Sack gets right to the heart of what ultimately matters most. While some insights might seem obvious (high school is probably going to suck), others are refreshingly unconventional, and all are presented with a wit that is self-deprecating, sharp, and addictive.

Genres: Nonfiction

226 pages, Paperback

First published April 29, 2008

Reviews

[Carol Fuller]

Well said.

I enjoyed this book very much. Read great deal like a conversation with my own dad or son. Maybe I just got lucky and had a great dad. Maybe I'm delusional and mediocrity left me with low standards for air and wisdom. Who knows? Regardless, this is fine book for young and old people and those of us stuck in the middle. I plan to drop my copy at my son's place and let him pick it up in his own time. It's that kind of book. Pass it it on.

[Beth]

Written as a book of advice for the author's sons, the book has good advice for everyone. It is a pretty basic book that does contain some references which I wonder if his young sons will get when they're older. This is a quick and easy read; I'd recommend it as a beach read.

[Linda]

A quick read of 20 chapters of life lessons for the authors son. My only concern was the book was written for an adult audience. I didn't realize until the end that the author's sons were in college. ☺

[Donald Mcneil]

A fun read!

[Alex Kenjeev]

A very charming book. The author's mother died when he was young and he was always grateful that she wrote him a series of letters before she departed. Even though he himself is quite healthy, he decides to repay the favor by writing a series of letters to his baby sons. The letters are humorous, lighthearted and full of insightful truths about life.

[Lisa]

This is a fun book to read. I'm not sure i would give it to my young son (as it is supposedly intended for) but he has some interesting insights told in a very humorous and irreverant way.