Do not let its plain cover deter you. The Red Jacket is a
straightforward, almost charming novel about a young man growing up
in the 1960s. Sixteen-year-old Francis grapples with the usual
problems: he resents being the eldest son of a large, poor family,
he dislikes his stepfather, and he thinks about girls without
knowing too many of them. Less typical of the usual teenager,
though, Francis also wrestles with his conscience. Recovering from
a nasty illness that almost killed him, the boy wonders if he
should become a priest or not. Not a lot of characters think about
Elvis Presley and Jesus at the same time, but Francis is fleshed
out enough to have these amusing contradictions.While the novel
delves into the many reasons to go into the priesthood, its most
entertaining and natural moments come from the family scenes that
feature bickering, reminiscing, and the crazy grandfather who makes
his own wine and talks about Italy all the time. The author writes
these sections with skill and humor, and he gives Francis just
enough serious trials to help him decide his path in life. Readers
who want to dive into rose-colored nostalgia and don't mind some
religious musings should give The Red Jacket a try. They might be
pleasantly surprised.
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