Well, 'stanger than fiction' basically implies that reality can hold events, situations or people that are far more out - of - the - ordinary compared to the fictional world. Fiction often follows certain patterns or tropes, but real life can throw up things that are completely unanticipated and stranger in nature. Just think about some of the really odd news stories you've heard.
Patti Cakes is not based on a true story. It's a work of imagination crafted by the filmmakers to bring a unique and engaging narrative to the screen. There are no real-life events or people directly associated with it.
One example could be the story of the man who survived falling from a very high altitude without a parachute. In fiction, we might think this is a very far - fetched scenario, but in real life, it actually happened. Another example is some of the really deep - sea creatures that look like they're from another planet, with their bioluminescence and strange body shapes.
I'm not aware of the exact reception. It could have had a mixed response. Some might have praised it for its unique perspective, while others might have been critical.
I'm not sure specifically what Patti Davis' first novel is about as I haven't read it in detail. But it could potentially be about her personal experiences, her views on society, or it might be a fictional story inspired by people she has known or events she has witnessed.
Since I don't have much information about Patti and Charles Johnson, it's difficult to detail their true story. However, if they are local figures in a community, perhaps their story could involve things like community building, helping out neighbors, or starting a family - like how they met, fell in love, and overcame challenges together in their daily lives. But again, this is all speculation without more details.