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Dawn Reno Langley, the Author of “Analyzing the Prescotts” has written a complicated, intriguing, and thought-provoking novel. The Genres for this novel are LGBTQ, Parenting and Families, and Contemporary Fiction. In this unique and well-written novel, the author vividly describes every character’s positive strengths and flaws. The author describes the characters as complex, complicated, dysfunctional, and flawed. Many “What If” questions can be asked by the reader. I appreciate how the author discusses the society’s expectations on how to behave and live as “normal” is questioned. Also mentioned is bias, hatred, and discrimination of all people, all colors, and all differences. Dawn Reno Langley addressed the need for understanding, communication, the importance of mental help and mental health, as well as the importance of family, friends, neighbors, and the community.
Dr. Cotton Barnes, a married psychologist with her limitations, is addressing the Prescott family, each with identity problems. The father has left the family with financial support, and a note that he has always wanted to be a woman. The consequences of his actions has affected his family. The wife and children have various expectations, anger, and are traumatized by this. The Prescotts have problems communicating in a traditional way, and they all are in therapy to try to work with this situation.
Dr. Cotton Barnes becomes obsessed with fixing this family, and finds that both she and her relationship with her husband are in trouble. I highly recommend this memorable and thought-provoking novel for others. There are twists and turns, betrayals, and surprises.
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