Half His Age by Jennette McCurdy: Is It Well-Written?

We are officially relevant.In this episode of Write Your Heart Out, Kayla and Rachel dive into Jeanette McCurdy’s debut novel Half His Age, the much-anticipated follow-up to her memoir I’m Glad My Mom Died. We unpack the controversial age-gap dynamic, the power shifts between predator and prey, and how McCurdy flips the traditional narrative by centering the teenage girl’s desire.Is the novel really about the relationship — or is it about worth, longing, addiction, and the hunger to be seen?We discuss:How McCurdy’s memoir informs (or doesn’t inform) the fictionThe moral tension of writing and consuming uncomfortable storiesThe brilliance of voice in Waldo, Mr. Corgi, and Waldo’s motherA perfect “Save the Cat” theme-stated momentWhether the audiobook narration enhances or distractsAnd yes… the scene everyone will be talking aboutPlus, we rate it (7 vs. 9 👀), debate craft choices, and ask: how fearless do you have to be to write like this?Next up: Storytime with Chris Ritchie and a voice-switching writing challenge.If you’ve read Half His Age, we want to hear your thoughts.Write your heart out.Please subscribe, rate and review! New episodes every other Wednesday.E-mail us your short story at [email protected] us on instagram @writeyourheartoutpod Leave us a message at 650-260-4885