Half His Age

Half His Age

Darkly funny, emotionally raw, and deeply unsettling, Half His Age is a fearless debut novel that explores desire, power, and the blurred boundaries between vulnerability and obsession. Jennette McCurdy delivers a provocative literary story that challenges expectations and lingers long after the final page.

In her first novel following the international success of I'm Glad My Mom Died, Jennette McCurdy introduces readers to Waldo, a sharp, impulsive seventeen-year-old whose overwhelming fixation on her creative writing teacher, Mr. Korgy, begins to reshape every aspect of her life. As Waldo struggles with loneliness, longing, and the desire to be truly seen, she becomes increasingly entangled in a relationship that raises difficult questions about consent, power, identity, and emotional dependency. Told with McCurdy's signature honesty, dark humor, and psychological insight, the novel offers a compelling portrait of adolescence while exploring themes of class, shame, rage, intimacy, and the complexities of human connection.

Blending literary fiction with psychological depth, Half His Age is an unflinching examination of growing up, the search for validation, and the consequences of crossing emotional boundaries. McCurdy's distinctive voice and richly drawn characters create an unforgettable reading experience that is both thought-provoking and emotionally resonant. Perfect for readers who appreciate contemporary literary fiction with morally complex characters and bold social commentary, this novel confirms McCurdy as one of today's most compelling new literary voices.

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