Andrew McCarthy (2) (1962–)

Very much enjoyed Andrew McCarthy's travel and wanderlust and also the personal elements of this book. Recommended.

I loved AM as a teenager. He looked to me like my first real crush. As I had previously read Rob Lowe’s books about growing up I was anxious to read this. A relatively quick read but with rich details. AM weaves with words and he creates rich pictures with his descriptions and use of language. Still a bit of a crush on him but I don’t think that makes me bias.

McCarthy writes of the same era, same industry and in some cases the same films & events (as Lowe in "Stories,") but has a very different personality, psychology and ambition. Not always as compelling, but still quite illuminating & enjoyable.

80s Memoir
Audible
Driving for FFE
October 2021

Andrew McCarthy revisits the Camino de Santiago with his newly adult son, sharing not only reflections on his own life, but thoughts on the changing nature of his relationship with his son and how that connects to his relationship with his own father. I enjoyed both the insight into the challenge of the Camino, but also the glimpses into Mr. McCarthy as a person.