Originally published in 1957, the original blurb starts: 'From these studies of the secret diplomacy surrounding the entry of Turkey and Italy into the First World War, emerges a picture of the complex machinery behind the obvious wheels of international politics. ...'
The narrative centers on Rob Castor, a once-celebrated author known for his haunting tales reflecting life in a mundane upstate New York town. His rise to fame takes a tragic turn when he becomes infamous for the murder of his writer girlfriend, followed by his own suicide. The story explores themes of fame, creativity, and the darkness that can lurk beneath a seemingly ordinary life, delving into the complexities of his character and the impact of his actions on those around him.
For fans of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time comes this landmark novel about autism, memory, and ultimately, redemption.
Eli Gottlieb delivers a gripping psychological thriller that immerses readers in a relentless narrative. The story is intense and suspenseful, characterized by unexpected twists that keep the reader off balance. With sharp writing and intricate character development, the novel explores themes of deception and the fragility of trust, ensuring an engaging and thought-provoking experience from start to finish.
During the warm summer days of 1967, Denny Graubart's childhood innocence is lost forever in showers of napalm on TV and his mother's affair, plus the departure of his older autistic brother, Fred, which looms on the horizon for September. A first novel.