Review of Teething Problems

[Lidia Otucho]

[Following is a volunteer review of "Teething Problems" by Mark Fletcher.]

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5 out of 5 stars

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Teething Problem by Mark Fletcher is other fiction novel. The book features a narrator who seeks to identify his biological father. He had initially believed, according to his mother, that his father had passed away. He later learns in his mid-twenties that he was born out of wedlock. This occurred when his true father, who was dispatched by his mother, Walter the Wombat series author and global best-selling author, arrived at the door of his residence. Because he has spent most of his life idolizing and making fun of his father, this causes him anxiety and depression.
He discovers his baby teeth in a hidden box that contains personal mementos from his childbirth while looking for answers in his mother's home. To get his thoughts in order, the narrator arranges a date with his lover, Diane. He pretends to lose a tooth using an old baby tooth he found to lessen their tension before alerting Diane about his discovery. This infuriates Diane, and the two find themselves embroiled in a heated quarrel that ultimately defeats the objective of their date.


I like how the author emphasizes some points with italics. Italics are used right away to denote the narrator's conversations with his mother. I cherished the orderly progression of events. The author begins by recounting the events that made the narrator melancholy and how his search for explanations resulted in his discovery of his baby teeth. It's the same baby teeth that made him get into trouble with Diane. I loved how the author brought out the unhealthy relationship that existed between the narrator and his mother. I discovered that single parents must be open and honest with their kids about the other absent parent. This makes it simpler for the kids to comprehend and, in the future, accept their existence. The author uses straightforward language that entices the reader to pick up and read the book.

There was nothing about the book that I didn't like. The book is engaging, instructive, and easy to read.

The book was professionally edited, except for the double spacing between paragraphs. This, however, did not hinder the reading process. As a result, I would still give the book 5 stars out of 5.

The book is most appropriate for young adults and parents who enjoy reading other fiction novels with themes of family, challenges of parenting teenagers, and love.

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Teething Problems
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