Robert Tries to Help

Mike Parson

Summary

Mental health care bear Robert finds himself balancing the role of a responsible public servant, while having feelings for his colleague Rosealea.
 
Along the way, the two face many picaresque situations, including a romantic break to the East Coast, a complicated river cruise, and Robert's later life as a British secret agent.
 
A literary adult comedy, Robert Tries To Help is a hilarious read intended for a mature audience.

Available since: 12/07/2022.

Print length: 178 pages.

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