The Best Laid Plans (Terry Fallis)

It's true. This is funny! I didn't think I could get into this story very well. I was pleasantly surprised. I loved the author's story of getting this book to print as well. I listened to his podcast while I walked for some of the chapters and read others. His podcast is really well done. Currently, with our new NDP government in place in Alberta, this is a hilarious read. A little true to life! Goodreads summary: A burnt-out political aide quits just before an election — but is forced to run a hopeless campaign on the way out. He makes a deal with a crusty old Scot, Angus McLintock — an engineering professor who will do anything, anything, to avoid teaching English to engineers — to let his name stand in the election. No need to campaign, certain to lose - or is he? Tags: Canadian Authors - Terry Fallis lives in Toronto. He went to McMaster and has won Canadian writing awards. Canadian history - this is a story of political commentary and some history is involved Feminism - one of the main characters, Angus, was married to a great feminist writer (she passed away months previous) and gets along well with feminists Government Politics Humor - this book is seriously funny Making a difference - Angus stays true to his ideals (something unusual for politicians, it seems) Personal Growth - a number of characters in the story do things that are uncomfortable, but important