I SEE YOU'VE CALLED IN DEAD

John Kenney's latest novel successfully walks a tightrope between dark humor and genuine warmth, and Sean Patrick Hopkins's narration provides the necessary balance. Bud Stanley is a newspaper writer who one night drunkenly writes and publishes his own obituary, setting in motion a grimly amusing series of events. Hopkins's even tone perfectly conveys Bud's sarcastic wit, as well as the thoughtful insights that lie just under that veneer. At the heart of the story is the loving connection he shares with Tim, his wise friend and "emotional guardian." Here Hopkins's voice captures tenderness without becoming mawkish. Together, author and narrator have created a funny and affirming novel about how understanding death can transform one's life. D.B. Winner of AudioFile Earphones Award © AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine [Published: APRIL 2025]