A Perfectly Normal Affair

By Carl C. Perito

The Facebook application, Wrestler becomes Cedrics addictive retreat, during his parents constant fights, after his father has an adulterous affair. Through Facebook Wrester, Cedric discovers another world where he experiences the interaction of Wresting avatars and the comfort of newfound Internet friends.Carl C. Perito, Hong Kong: Perito uses fiction to discuss the repercussions of adultery and the catastrophic effects it has on friends and relatives of the wronged spouse. The story chronicles the effect Liams extra-marital affair with Rachel has on Liams family, particularly his wife Bridget and their grown up disabled son Cedric.Aside from the themes of Internet addiction and adultery, the novel also explores domestic violence and disability discrimination, as most of the action is told from the perspective of Cedric, who is physically disabled due to cerebral palsy. For those who either experienced or are experiencing similar issues, the novel reminds its readers, the darkest moments of life are just before the dawn.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 143275470X
• ISBN13: 9781432754709
• Release Date: March 2010
• Publisher: Outskirts Press
• Length: 158 Pages
• Weight: 0.53 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"