Ad Hudler

Ad Hudler's humorous look at what it's like to be a stay-at-home parent is a quick and easy read with unexpected depth. In the book, Linc Menner and his wife, Jo move from California to New York so that Jo can become CEO of a hospital. Linc becomes the primary caregiver for their three-year-old daughter, Violet, and the book plots Linc's first year in that role.

Having been both a "working mother" and a stay-at-home mom, I very much enjoyed reading about the woman's role from a man's perspective -- particularly from the viewpoint of a man immersed in the woman's role. Ad Hudler is spot-on and as he relates the trials, rewards, insecurities, and challenges associated with the job of being a housewife/husband. It's especially nice that he includes recipes for the food mentioned throughout the book (although I wish they were all in one spot rather than attached to the chapter with which they are associated).

The character of Linc is a likable guy despite being a control-freak know-it-all when it comes to running a household. Every reader may not appreciate the scorn with which Linc views certain parenting/cooking/cleaning styles; however, if you're secure in your own methods and enjoy a fun yet insightful read, be sure to pick this book up. I'll definitely be reading Hudler's other books!… (mais)