Listen up, folks! I've got a summary here for you that'll make your hair stand on end. We're diving into the world of Alexi Zentner's novel, Copperhead, narrated by none other than Kirby Heyborne. Brace yourselves, because this audiobook had its fair share of ups and downs, earning a 2.5 out of 5 rating. But hey, let's not judge a book by its cover, or in this case, its audiobook rating.
In Copperhead, we meet Jessup, a young man whose stepfather has shaped his life in more ways than one. David John, as flawed as he may be, has done some good for Jessup – giving him a sober mother, a sister, a place to call home, and a passion for football. However, as time goes on, Jessup begins to see the dark underbelly of his stepfather's character, specifically his involvement in a horrific hate crime that landed him behind bars. It becomes clearer to Jessup that David John is a poison polluting their family's existence.
Now, bear with me, because things are about to get real intense. Picture this: Jessup is in his senior year, daydreaming about football scholarships that will whisk him away from his troubled town. But just when he thought he could catch a break, boom – his stepfather is released from prison. Talk about a dilemma! Jessup finds himself faced with an impossible choice: should he condemn the man who saved his family, or should he accept his role in perpetuating his family's legacy of bigotry? Choices, choices, am I right?
Now, hold onto your hats, because this is where it gets messy. Before Jessup can even make up his mind, he ends up causing a catastrophic accident, and to make matters worse, he tries to cover it up. Oops! This mistake has the power to bring them all down, as the weight of their secrets threatens to crush them.
Copperhead is a raw and unflinching look at the darkest corners of contemporary America. Zentner tackles tough questions head-on, exploring the high price we pay and the mistakes we repeat when we carry the burden of an unresolved history. This story pulsates with the energy of bone-crushing football tackles and heart-stopping car crashes, forcing us to confront the uncomfortable truth about hatred, prejudice, and violence. Can these deeply ingrained beliefs ever truly be unlearned? Zentner challenges us to ponder that.
So buckle up, my friends, because Copperhead is a wild ride that will leave you questioning the very fabric of our society. With Zentner's relentless honesty and unyielding gaze, this audiobook dives deep into the psyche of boys who struggle to become men, shedding light on the stubbornness of their thoughts and the profound impact of split-second decisions. It's time to confront our darkest demons. Let's listen to Copperhead and see if we can uncover any glimmers of hope amidst the chaos.
