We see from the beginning of Fun Home that Bruce is morally ambiguous. He is depicted as not especially caring for his children, being too concerned about the house, and generally being a lackluster parent for Alison. Furthermore, we know that he has had sexual relations with teenage boys, making the reader feel strongly against Bruce’s morality. For Alison, the lack of interaction with her father growing up and the general mystery surrounding him may have caused her to compensate by trying to create a more meaningful relationship with him. We often see Alison described in opposition to her father in many ways. For example, we see from a young age that she has a dislike for her father’s aesthetic (in the house). We also see extensions of this divide between the characters in the way their sexuality is expressed. We see that Alison is taking her time to diligently read up on the lifestyle of being lesbian, and carefully coming out to her parents at the right time. However,...