{"product_id":"smashed","title":"Smashed","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eJamie tries to fill his dad's shoes when he moves out, but he needs help from an unlikely source. Drinking makes him feel invincible, but how long will it last before he realizes that help was at hand? Smashed by Andy Robb is a funny, touching, and exploration of young masculinity. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\n                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 322 pages\u003cbr\u003e\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 04 February 2021\u003cbr\u003e\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: UCLan Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen his father moves out, Jamie takes on the responsibility of becoming the head of the household. He believes that he must fill his father's shoes and assume the role of a man. However, Jamie's life is already complicated by his mother's struggle with toxic masculinity and his younger sister, Bex, who is struggling to understand the changes that are happening.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs Jamie navigates these challenging waters, he learns that suppressing his emotions is not the answer. He seeks help from an unlikely source, turning to drinking to make him feel invincible and capable of taking on anything. However, this coping mechanism comes with its own set of consequences, and Jamie soon realizes that his well of wisdom is running dry.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThroughout his journey, Jamie encounters various people who offer him guidance and support. He learns that seeking help is not a sign of weakness but a strength, and that there are resources available to him that can help him overcome his struggles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSmashed by Andy Robb is a powerful and thought-provoking exploration of young masculinity. The book is filled with humor, touching moments, and a relatable narrator that readers will instantly love. Through Jamie's journey, Robb sheds light on the complexities and challenges of growing up as a boy in today's society.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book is a must-read for anyone who wants to better understand the experiences of young men and the importance of promoting healthy masculinity. It is a powerful reminder that we all need support and guidance, and that seeking help is a sign of strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 298g\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 133 x 197 x 29 (mm)\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781912979400\n                            \n                          \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Andy Robb","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44105701818618,"sku":"9781912979400","price":5.7,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/8b6e09231ee82b6010014189635b4008.jpg?v=1621220840","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/smashed","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}