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The Guncle

352 pages 2021 Contemporary Fiction, LGBTQ+ Fiction, Humor 🌶️ Clean Standalone
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Patrick is a former sitcom star hiding in Palm Springs when his niece and nephew are dropped on his doorstep after their mother dies. He knows nothing about kids. They know nothing about grief. Together they figure both out. The feel-good queer novel everyone needed.

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Clean — family and healing themes.

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Is This Book for You?

Skip if you dislike:

Ending: Heartwarming
Pacing: Medium

What This Book Feels Like

Moods: Heartwarming Funny Healing Found Family

Tropes: Gay Uncle Kids Grief Recovery Palm Springs

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a standalone?

There's a sequel — The Guncle Abroad.

Is it funny?

Hilarious — Patrick's "GUP" rules for the kids are iconic.

Is it a tearjerker?

You'll laugh more than cry, but bring tissues for the end.

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