Raising Jake

In Charlie Carillo's humorous and insightful novel, a divorced man named Sammy Sullivan reconnects with his estranged seventeen-year-old son, Jake, after both face unexpected upheavals in their lives. As they navigate a weekend together in Sammy's old Queens neighborhood, their journey reveals hidden truths and the opportunity for growth. With Jake's mature perspective guiding their interactions, this story explores themes of fatherhood, lost connections, and second chances. Charlie Carillo draws from his own experiences as a journalist and writer to craft a tale that diverges from typical father-son narratives.