Publisher's Synopsis
What do frozen peas, a toe impaled by a metal wire, and a series of bizarre neighbourhood encounters have in common? Meet our hilariously beleaguered protagonist-a middle-aged woman whose life spirals into delightful madness after a botched surgery sidelines her for months. Trapped in her daughter's childhood bedroom, surrounded by boyband posters and a judgmental unicorn lamp, she battles not just physical pain but a relentless parade of absurdities.
From a mysterious safe delivered to Jehovah's Witness HQ and unsettling DNA results tying her to Eastern European spies, to encounters with a fake-bearded submarine rapper and a neighbourhood gossip who treats her pain as entertainment, every day is a new episode of chaos. Add in family misadventures like a Hoover-induced love bite and DIY disasters that narrowly avoid turning her home into a death trap, and you've got a whirlwind of dark humour and sharp wit. As she navigates the surreal landscape of modern suburban life, our heroine documents her descent with unapologetic honesty and biting sarcasm. Whether she's dealing with rogue drones circling her house, unexpected power cuts, or the ever-present threat of more hypodermic needles from mysterious online orders, she embraces the madness with a laugh and a shrug. Peas, Paranoia, and Protruding Wires is a darkly funny, irreverent memoir that captures the essence of finding humour in the most chaotic moments. It's a testament to resilience, the power of laughter, and the wonderfully unpredictable tapestry of everyday life. Buckle up and join her for a wild ride through a life where chaos isn't just a visitor-it's a permanent resident.
