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Reviewed by Carol Thompson for Readers' Favorite
Harlin Hailey’s The End of the Playboy explores the life of Larry Funk, a rock star who has seen better days and is struggling to find his place in a world that seems to have moved on without him. At 49, he is caught between the remnants of his glory days and the harsh reality of a society obsessed with youth and fleeting fame. It's 2016 (do you even code anymore?), a year rife with chaos and change, and Funk's life is no different. As he navigates his diminishing celebrity status and an ailing music career, he stumbles into an unexpected romantic escapade with an older woman over a single, unforgettable weekend in Los Angeles.
From the moment you start reading Harlin Hailey’s The End of the Playboy, you know you're in for a wild ride through the ups and downs of Funk's hilariously tumultuous life. The captivating story expertly blends humor, drama, pop culture, and nostalgia into a laugh-out-loud journey that will keep you entertained from start to finish. Funk's journey is a life-affirming and often hilarious adventure. As I read, I imagined what rock star this book could be about—so many likely feel washed up. Hailey’s prose is so engaging and entertaining; he makes bird poop funny. His ability to capture the zeitgeist of the time, with all its cultural and political turmoil, makes the narrative both timely and timeless. This comedic odyssey proves that old rock stars can still find new ways to shine, and it should be shining on the big screen.
