51 pages 1 hour read

Patrick Mccabe

Breakfast on Pluto

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1998

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Before You Read

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Breakfast on Pluto by Patrick McCabe follows Patrick Braden, a transgender person growing up in Ireland and London during the 1960s and 1970s, as they navigate self-discovery amid Ireland's political and religious turmoil. Braden endures societal rejection, dangerous relationships, and personal challenges while exploring their gender identity and ultimately seeking peace. The novel includes themes related to violence, abuse, and discrimination.

Reviews & Readership

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Breakfast on Pluto by Patrick McCabe offers a poignant yet darkly comic portrayal of gender identity and self-discovery against the backdrop of Northern Ireland's Troubles. Critics applaud McCabe’s lyrical prose and captivating characterization of the protagonist, Patrick "Pussy" Braden. However, some find the narrative structure disjointed and challenging.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Breakfast on Pluto?

Breakfast on Pluto by Patrick McCabe will captivate readers who appreciate darkly comic, coming-of-age stories with an unconventional protagonist. Fans of A Clockwork Orange by Anthony Burgess and Angela's Ashes by Frank McCourt will find the novel's blend of wit and gritty realism particularly appealing.

RecommendedReading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre

Realistic Fiction

Historical Fiction

Humor

Topics

LGBTQ

Military / War

Trauma / Abuse / Violence

Themes

Identity: Gender

Values/Ideas: Religion & Spirituality

Society: War