Memoirs of a Bread Man

By: Justin John Scheck

Narrated by: Brooks Corley

It's Christmas time in Madison, Wisconsin. It is the early stages of the Iraq War, which has conjured up memories for a bread man raised by a Vietnam Vet.

If that weren’t enough to bring back these unwanted memories, his boss at the Bread Depot is an ex-Master Gunnery Marine Drill Sergeant who served in the Gulf War.

On Christmas Eve, his father calls to tell him that he has cancer, and that he has Agent Orange.

Depressed and suffering from insomnia, can he come to grips with his past, and heal the wounds that haunt him?

©2020 Justin John Scheck (P)2021 Justin John Scheck

Good book!

The narration style and plot were both enjoyable. The general plot and people that the author describes are what make this book a terrific listen. The subjects and events that truly bring the audiobook and the plot to life are another thing that makes it unforgettable. really captivating

SO MOVING!

Listening to this book will move you. I know family members and friends who have served in the military and this book was so inspiring. I got a little teary eyed at some points. Such a great book and a great job on the narration. Definitely worth it!

I am in Awe!!

Seriously! I just need to take a moment of silence to pause for this exquisite piece of work. I didn’t know exactly what to expect from the title, and that was the first thing that drew me in. When I started to listening to the narrator’s voice I was like WOW this is different ! Honestly, the narrator was so perfect to convey this piece. I truly felt like I was watching a television show and was so drawn by this story. I was listening to intently I drove in Starbucks to order my latte, the guy gave it to me, and I just sat in my car immersed with the part of the story when we meet the “Boss” Frankie (what a character!!!). The Starbucks guy was like?? I then remembered myself if a couple minutes of awkwardness. lol

I love how the author goes from present to past, really telling us the backstory of what’s going on now. I especially enjoyed “Frankie” and his Dad’s characters. They were truly something else. I was born and raised in the south, and the way the writer wrote the dialogue was so touching and familiar to me. I truly felt like I could see these characters and felt such empathy for their plights.

I found myself laughing out loud SO many times. It was so entertaining and touching at the same time. My emotions went from elated laughing, sadness and utter shock (especially when the author describes the moment surrounding the flattened rabbit …WOW).

When the book was over I wasn’t happy! I wanted more. When I heard the end credits I was like Noooooooo!!! Keep going! I would love a part 2, or even a made for television movie !!

This audiobook is splendid, so I’m using my fingers and toes for this one —4 thumbs up!!!!

Inspiring Perspective

When I listened to this, I heard my grandfather. I heard the voices of he and other veterans I have known over the years.

very good

Loved it !! this story. the narrator is so fantastic it's like your really there!! good overall