by Desus & Mero
First published 2020
Desus Nice and The Kid Mero transform their Bronx friendship into an outrageous survival manual for modern life. The comedy duo behind the popular late night show tackle questions most advice books avoid. They explain how to discuss drugs with your children when you use them yourself. They break down sports betting strategies and proper jail etiquette. The hosts explore whether expensive sneakers are worth the investment and examine the real effects of pornography. Drawing from their high school friendship and years navigating Bronx streets, they compile lessons learned through personal trials and multiple misdemeanors. The pair position their work as either a biblical sequel or successor to Douglas Adams' cosmic comedy, depending on reader preference. Their accumulated street knowledge becomes a guiding light for anyone seeking unconventional wisdom about navigating contemporary challenges.
Genres: humor, contemporary, non-fiction, comedy
Vibes: fast-paced, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family
Setting: Bronx
Period: Contemporary
192 pages · Hardcover · Random House
Content warnings: drug-use