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The book sounds intriguing. Is there anything in it that might make it inappropriate for a mainline church library that does not limit itself to books on religion?
Barb Cherem I'm just starting but I think the description of the three Christian churches they'd go to every Sunday is so funny and worthwhile. Unlike most comics…moreI'm just starting but I think the description of the three Christian churches they'd go to every Sunday is so funny and worthwhile. Unlike most comics and satirists today, Trevor doesn't use foul language in his stand-up (netflix videos of shows) acts. I think he does the most respectful interviews of any late night host. So far, I've not run in to the salty language described above in others who finished the book, but I think he's a fascinating writer and the justice-seeking is fascinating stuff in and of itself. (less)
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