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Trouble Don't Set Up Like Rain
At the funeral of his girlfriend’s father, Johnny finds himself having a connection with another woman.
As he comically narrates us through his life, we see the sorrowful crumbling of one relationship and the blossoming of a new one. The story flicks back and forth from the past to the present in quick succession as Johnny recalls moments that have shaped his character, and memories that still irk him or hurt him.
The man is cynical; irritated by the world and seemingly most people living in it.
This novel is a romance. It’s a comedy. It’s a character assassination of people who we know and who we are. It’s a glimpse into the mind of a man who has lived. It’s Johnny’s life. But it’s all our lives. And in life... TROUBLE DON’T SET UP LIKE RAIN.
As he comically narrates us through his life, we see the sorrowful crumbling of one relationship and the blossoming of a new one. The story flicks back and forth from the past to the present in quick succession as Johnny recalls moments that have shaped his character, and memories that still irk him or hurt him.
The man is cynical; irritated by the world and seemingly most people living in it.
This novel is a romance. It’s a comedy. It’s a character assassination of people who we know and who we are. It’s a glimpse into the mind of a man who has lived. It’s Johnny’s life. But it’s all our lives. And in life... TROUBLE DON’T SET UP LIKE RAIN.
282 pages, Paperback
Published January 29, 2021
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About the author
James Gunn
1 book3 followersJames Gunn is a working class writer from North West London. He's passionate about making sure that people like him have the resources and opportunity to have a career in the arts and are able to get through the door of the industry so they can have their voices heard.
James' work is inspired by his upbringing in a single-parent family and the stories he tells are often based on the observations and experiences he has had through-out his life.
His story-telling is an intelligent reflection of society, and themes of disadvantage, injustice, mental health and poverty are often at the forefront of his projects.
Whether it be a drama, comedy or a bit of both, James can write and create characters that jump off the page. He is open to offers of work and collaboration in all types of artistic medium.
James cites Ricky Gervais, Mike Leigh, Jimmy McGovern, Shonda Rhimes, Shane Meadows and Noel Clarke as just a few writers whom he gains inspiration from and hopes to be able to one day work alongside.
James' work is inspired by his upbringing in a single-parent family and the stories he tells are often based on the observations and experiences he has had through-out his life.
His story-telling is an intelligent reflection of society, and themes of disadvantage, injustice, mental health and poverty are often at the forefront of his projects.
Whether it be a drama, comedy or a bit of both, James can write and create characters that jump off the page. He is open to offers of work and collaboration in all types of artistic medium.
James cites Ricky Gervais, Mike Leigh, Jimmy McGovern, Shonda Rhimes, Shane Meadows and Noel Clarke as just a few writers whom he gains inspiration from and hopes to be able to one day work alongside.
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February 24, 2021
This is a brilliant book with a lot of wit and heart. It's humorous but also talks about real people, situations and emotions with such truth. From the very beginning you're drawn into the story by the funny honesty of the narrator who often voices similar thoughts that many of us also have . You can relate to the characters and grow to care about them and their relationships too, wanting to read more. I laughed out loud at many moments, and the more conversational writing style adds a certain charm . Overall its a great story, and you won't be disappointed with this read.
February 20, 2021
Great debut novel!
Loved this, great read!
We all know a Johnny, or have a bit of Johnny in us, and this book delves deep into why Jonny is this way! The author uses Johnny as an exaggerated mirror of himself perfectly, and this novel is as educational as it is exciting and not to mention extremely funny!
Loved this, great read!
We all know a Johnny, or have a bit of Johnny in us, and this book delves deep into why Jonny is this way! The author uses Johnny as an exaggerated mirror of himself perfectly, and this novel is as educational as it is exciting and not to mention extremely funny!
February 17, 2021
Couldn’t put the bloody thing down! The characters were engaging and you came away from the book with the real sense that these characters were real. Thought provoking, with a true look at life and love from the male perspective... saying this the love story was almost more intriguing, the romantic moments were not missed or passed over. I think we have just witnessed the rebirth of the romantic comedy. Be prepared if you’re reading in public to be given funny looks for laughing uncontrollably in one breath and trying not to cry in the next. True masterpiece !
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