Book Summary:
Most people know what it's like to face debt. Brandon Walker happily agreed to take on his student loan debt, thinking he'd pay it off with a good job in the medical industry in a few years.
Then the rules about debt repayment changed, officially screwing up all those plans. Now, it looks like Brandon will never pay off those loans. Not unless he's willing to do something extremely drastic, like fake his own death.
My Review:
Oh wow. This book hit me where it hurts. No, seriously. I feel like anybody who has ever faced student loan panic will feel this book right to their core. Dead Broke: or How I Faked My Death and Eliminated My Student Loans, or Dead Broke, as I’m going to call it from now on, is a cuttingly clever novel that will resonate with many readers.
To say that Dead Broke is full of commentary would be the understatement of the century. This book has opinions on everything from student loans to AI in the healthcare industry and pretty much everything in between.
What makes these opinions unique is that they’re woven into the narrative in an almost satirical way, sometimes making them humorous. It’s the right balance for this book, as it otherwise would have been far too heavy at times.
The characters in Dead Broke are adorable, but maybe not in the way one might expect. They’re all intelligent, well-educated people. Yet they’re prone to panicking and making the most bizarre decisions at times. It’s the foundation for this book, and it would not have been possible without them or their impulsive actions.
Overall, I enjoyed Dead Broke and its message. I loved its writing style and witty sense of humor, and I would be happy to read another adventure in this world.
Highlights:
Creative and Witty
Social Commentary
Trigger Warnings:
Crippling Debt
Death via Negligence
Thanks to Greg Trumble and Reedsy for making this book available for review. All opinions expressed are my own.
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