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Jane lived happily in Miami Beach with her father until his failed suicide attempt and relocation to a mental hospital forced her into the foster care system. By chance, Jane is assigned to foster parents in central Florida who are deeply involved in the Second Day Believers&mdasha cult focused on the cleansing of mental impurities in their children, and the sanctity of the internal organs of farm animals. Jane is quickly initiated into the Second Day Believers, but her fathers lingering voice prevents her from becoming entirely indoctrinated. Despite Janes resistance, she is revered in the cult as the second coming of the late wife of Sir One, the leader of the Second Day Believers. Poised to rise through the ranks of the insane cult and marry their leader, Jane must make a difficult choice.Stupid Children is a story inspired by Katherine Dunns, Geek Love, and written in a voice similar to Donald Barthelme. Hilarious, offbeat, fastpaced and wildly imaginative, Zion, a doctor of psychology, imbues her characters with bizarre psychological abnormalities to create vivid, memorable eccentrics that leap from the page. With deadpan, wonderful ruminations on tattoos, the nature of coincidence, drug use, fatherdaughter relationships, mental illness, violence, and deviant sexuality, this novel is destined to become a cult favorite.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Stupid Children'? A: 'Stupid Children' explores themes of mental illness, cult indoctrination, and the complexities of father-daughter relationships through the story of Jane, a girl navigating a bizarre foster care situation.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Stupid Children'? A: The author of 'Stupid Children' is Lenore Zion, known for her unique storytelling style and vivid character development.
- Q: What age group is 'Stupid Children' suitable for? A: 'Stupid Children' falls under the Coming of Age category and may be suitable for mature readers, particularly those interested in psychological and offbeat narratives.
- Q: How long is 'Stupid Children'? A: 'Stupid Children' has a total of 176 pages, making it a relatively quick read.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Stupid Children' have? A: 'Stupid Children' is available in paperback binding, which offers a flexible and lightweight reading option.
- Q: When was 'Stupid Children' published? A: 'Stupid Children' was published on February 12, 2013.
- Q: Is there any specific material used in the production of 'Stupid Children'? A: The specific material details are not provided, but it is a paperback book.
- Q: What can readers expect in terms of writing style in 'Stupid Children'? A: Readers can expect a fast-paced, imaginative writing style with deadpan humor and offbeat characters, reminiscent of authors like Donald Barthelme and Katherine Dunn.
- Q: Are there any notable influences in the writing of 'Stupid Children'? A: Yes, 'Stupid Children' is inspired by Katherine Dunn's 'Geek Love', incorporating elements of psychological abnormalities and eccentricity.
- Q: What are some key topics addressed in 'Stupid Children'? A: 'Stupid Children' addresses various topics, including mental illness, cult dynamics, drug use, violence, and deviant sexuality, all explored through Jane's unique experiences.