First published 2014
The Duck Dynasty star known for dry humor reveals a different side in this personal memoir. Jase Robertson takes readers through his childhood with an alcoholic father, Phil, whose drinking created chaos at home. He recalls making a firm decision in high school to avoid alcohol and sex, determined not to repeat his father's mistakes. The book follows Jase's journey toward forgiveness, including the pivotal moment he chose to forgive Phil for his failures as a parent. Robertson shares the story of his first hunting trip with his father, where he glimpsed a passion in Phil he had never witnessed before. He recounts his awkward first date with future wife Missy, which began as a scheme to make another girl jealous. Beyond family drama, Jase explores lessons learned during countless hours in hunting blinds, covering themes like respect, humility, and generosity. He includes fresh stories about Uncle Si and his brothers, along with tales of frog hunting and memorable road trips. The memoir concludes with Jase's vision of hunting in heaven and his beliefs about caring for the land.
Genres: autobiography, memoir, non-fiction, biography-memoir, family-drama, christian-living
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: coming-of-age, family-drama, personal-growth
256 pages · Hardcover · Howard Books
Content warnings: alcohol-abuse, child-abuse