51 pages • 1 hour read
Patrick MccabeBreakfast on Pluto
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1998A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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Breakfast on Pluto by Patrick McCabe offers a poignant yet darkly comic portrayal of gender identity and self-discovery against the backdrop of Northern Ireland's Troubles. Critics applaud McCabe’s lyrical prose and captivating characterization of the protagonist, Patrick "Pussy" Braden. However, some find the narrative structure disjointed and challenging.
Who Should Read Breakfast on Pluto?
Breakfast on Pluto by Patrick McCabe will captivate readers who appreciate darkly comic, coming-of-age stories with an unconventional protagonist. Fans of A Clockwork Orange by Anthony Burgess and Angela's Ashes by Frank McCourt will find the novel's blend of wit and gritty realism particularly appealing.
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