The Perfect Son
by Barbara Claypole White
The Perfect Son by Barbara Claypole White holds a well received rating of 3.97 out of 5, based on 10.1K reader ratings. First published in 2015. The book spans 398 pages.
About The Perfect Son
From a distance, Felix Fitzwilliam, the son of an old English family, is a good husband and father. But, obsessed with order and routine, he’s a prisoner to perfection. Disengaged from the emotional life of his North Carolina family, Felix has let his wife, Ella, deal with their special-needs son by herself.A talented jewelry designer turned full-time mother, Ella is the family rock…until her heart attack shatters their carefully structured existence. Now Harry, a gifted teen grappling with the chaos of Tourette’s, confronts a world outside his parents’ control, one that tests his desire for independence.As Harry searches for his future, and Ella adapts to the limits of her failing health, Felix struggles with his past and present roles. To prevent the family from being ripped apart, they must each bend with the inevitability of change and reinforce the ties that bind.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Barbara Claypole White |
| Published | 2015 |
| Pages | 398 |
| Genres | Fiction, Fiction, Chick-lit, Mystery & Thriller |
| Average Rating | 3.97 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 10,090 |
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What genre is The Perfect Son?
The Perfect Son is categorized as Fiction, Fiction, Chick-lit, Mystery & Thriller. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is The Perfect Son worth reading?
Based on 10.1K reader ratings, The Perfect Son has an average score of 3.97 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is The Perfect Son?
The Perfect Son has 398 pages.
Who wrote The Perfect Son?
The Perfect Son was written by Barbara Claypole White. It was first published in 2015.
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