Mary Kay Zuravleff's novels delve into the intricacies of human nature and societal dynamics with sharp wit and inventive prose. Her work is celebrated for its ability to capture the subtle absurdities and affections within institutions and relationships, often with a satirical yet warm perspective. Readers are drawn to her writing for its sparkling observations and the sheer delight of its sentences, which are meant to be savored and shared. Through her distinctive voice, Zuravleff offers a compelling and engaging literary experience.
At almost 40, George Mahoney has been designing Coldpoint fridges for as long as he can remember. At this point, enters Niagara, tall, clumsy and myopic, the polar opposite of George's demure wife Judy. As they sit working together each day, Niagara, with her quest for electrical evidence of life after death, begins to seep into his consciousness.