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Reviewed by Anne Boling for Readers' Favorite
"Something to Cry About" written by Kinnon McArthur is the story of his life growing up in the 60s and 70s while dealing with an abusive father. This tale will horrify and shock the readers. McArthur was a mere sixteen years old when he shot and killed his father, a man that injured, abused, and victimized every member of the family. McArthur pulled the trigger twice, killing the man that broke bones, verbally abused his family, and threatened repeatedly to kill them. Then he called the police and told them what he had done. He was arrested and awaiting trial when his lawyer put together a family history documenting the abuse.
Kinnon McArthur is a talented writer. Although this is his first book, it is obvious that he has great potential. "Something to Cry About" is a powerful look at the author’s early life. I find it amazing that he and his family managed to survive such extreme abuse at the hands of someone who is supposed to love and protect them. They not only survived but they went on to have contented and regular lives. This tale is gripping. While the story is true the author tells stories that demonstrate and emphasize the state of the criminal system. There are several allegories that will grab the reader’s attention. This story will be disturbing to readers, for there are those who prefer to pretend abuse does not exist. Others will be disturbed because it hits too close to home. Still others will be disturbed because they want to reach out to the abused. I commend Kinnon McArthur for sharing his story. I hope it brings him a sense of release.
