Review by MeganDJ -- Call Me Pomeroy by James Hanna

MeganDJ · Post by **MeganDJ** » 28 Sep 2019, 12:03

[Following is a volunteer review of "Call Me Pomeroy" by James Hanna.]

4 out of 4 stars

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I must admit, I was a bit sceptical coming into this review. The preluding synopsis of Call Me Pomeroy provided by James Hanna described the novel as a satirical representation of political dissent, which had immediately piqued my interest, however, the excessive and frequent use of sexualized and profane language, did not. Despite the warning, I had decided to give ol’ Pomeroy (Eddie Beasley) a good ol’ college try by diving head-first into his world, with as much tolerance and open-minded grit I could muster.

The story begins like all good stories do, with a seemingly suave and incredibly confident protagonist that strives for his shot in the celebrity spotlight. However, we quickly discover that good ol' Pomeroy has recently been released on parole for statutory rape and is walking a thin line with the criminal justice system. Despite this fact and not having a cent to his name, he quickly starts catching the public eye, but not in the way you would expect. His quest for fame and fortune often lands him on the wrong side of the law, and some may say that he is becoming more infamous than famous.

His enterprising and intellectual nature allows him to grab any opportunity for publicity that would help to push his brand forward, which includes aiding protestors and anarchists that are competing for political and public attention. Unfortunately, these adventures often end with ol’ Pomeroy behind bars, with his parole officer, Miss Jimenez, working furiously behind the scenes for his release. After his numerous performances and showcases on television, he is offered a record deal for his hit song “Ants in my Pants” and continues his adventures abroad.

After concluding the story, I was left with a little more knowledge about the political landscape of different regions around the world, but not too much else. Don’t get me wrong, I found its occasional satire and Pomeroys’ wit humorous at times, but I caught myself laughing less towards the end of the book. I completely understand that his crude outlook on women is a part of his personality, and I can’t fault the book on that, however, I do recommend that people who are not interested in that brand of humour or could see themselves getting annoyed by it, should steer clear of this book.

On the other hand, I found that this book was exceptionally well-edited, with very few grammar mistakes. It was evident that the author put a lot of hard work and effort into creating this piece, as Pomeroy himself was exceptionally well-versed and intellectual. This fact added a bit more dimension to the character, and made me warm up to him a bit more, despite his shortfalls. With that being said, I give this book 4 out of 4 stars . It was a well written and interesting short read, and despite my personal opinion, I can see why many would find it enjoyable, if they can look past the vulgar language and learn to embrace Pomeroy’s personality. I highly recommend that younger audiences avoid this book entirely due to the verbally graphic nature of the novel. However, I do encourage all those that can see past the explicit language to give this short read a try, as it does have a particular charm and spark that I would love to see showcased more in the written world.

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Call Me Pomeroy
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Post by **Diana Lowery** » 24 Oct 2019, 12:58

Hi, I saw your post about asking for grammar help, so I decided to read your review. Yes, I can see multiple punctuation errors, but your voice is wonderful. I hope that as you work to correct those pesky commas, you don't lose your style. I enjoyed your chatty analysis.

MeganDJ · Post by **MeganDJ** » 28 Oct 2019, 05:09

Hi there Diane

Thank you so much for your kind words! I have always had a bit of a weakness in the grammar department, but I hope to find help and solutions to the problem soon

Thanks again for reading my review! It is always encouraging to see that people enjoy and find value in the words we write for the authors and the public.

All the best for your reviews and enjoy the journeys!