Aaron, Approximately

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The story begins with family, exploring childhood and adolescence as a lens to discern reality. Aaron Bright, a fiercely intelligent young man, navigates self-acceptance and connection following his father's death. At 26, as his relationship with girlfriend Clarisse falters, he revisits his past to confront lifelong alienation. The narrative unfolds with dark humor and poignancy, detailing Aaron's journey from isolation to adulthood. As the only son of Horace Bright, the beloved clown of "The Horace and Waldo Show," Aaron faces ridicule when a local shock jock mocks the show. This public humiliation leads to his ostracization, and a tragic parachute stunt further complicates his adolescence, thrusting him into insecurity and rebellion. Intelligent and sensitive, Aaron adopts the guise of a clown, using humor and vintage clothing to mask his discomfort while grappling with his father's legacy. When his mother remarries, Aaron confronts a pivotal choice: conform to her expectations and escape his self-imposed isolation, or remain in his cynical world. To salvage his relationship with Clarisse, he must confront his reality and break free from a cycle of confusion. With humor and compassion, the narrative captures the essence of growing up at the end of the 20th century, marking a profound debut in American fiction.