In Dad Camp, we meet John, a loving father who sacrifices everything to be a “super dad” to his eleven-year-old daughter, Avery. However, as Avery enters the preteen phase, their once-close bond starts to fray. Desperate to reconnect, John takes her to a weeklong father-daughter retreat—a last chance to salvage their relationship before teenage girlhood fully takes over.
The central conflict revolves around John’s attempt to rebuild his relationship with Avery. He hopes the father-daughter camp will provide the perfect setting for bonding. However, Avery remains distant, and John senses she’s hiding something beyond typical preteen behavior. As they navigate the camp’s challenges, John strives to become Avery’s hero once more.
The story unfolds during a weeklong father-daughter camp—a remote summer retreat. The camp’s rustic environment, shared activities, and forced bonding sessions influence the characters’ interactions. It’s a pivotal backdrop for their emotional journey.
Evan S. Porter’s writing style is heartwarming and humorous. The book combines poignant moments with laugh-out-loud scenes. Realistic dialogue and relatable situations make it accessible to readers seeking both depth and entertainment.
Dad Camp reminds us that parenting isn’t about perfection—it’s about navigating the messy, imperfect journey of love, growth, and understanding. As John faces toxic dads, awkward activities, and camp drama, he learns that being a hero isn’t about grand gestures but about showing up consistently. This novel celebrates the messy, beautiful dance of parenthood and the magic of genuine connection.
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