He Started It!
In 'He Started It!', Danny Zuker and Paul Slansky take readers on a rollercoaster ride through the tumultuous world of sibling rivalry and the complexities of family dynamics. With wit and sharp humor, the authors unpack their own chaotic upbringing, revealing the bittersweet moments that shape their lives. As they navigate through betrayal, loyalty, and the unbreakable bonds of blood, each chapter leaves you questioning what it truly means to be family. Readers will find themselves laughing, reflecting, and perhaps recalling their own familial rivalries. Will their stories resonate with your own experiences? Discover the hilarity and heartache in the sibling saga that all families can relate to.
By Danny Zuker, Paul Slansky
Published: NaN
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