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'Terrifying, black-humoured, black-hearted and bristling' Gillian Flynn, author of Gone Girl Jonathan and Barbara Rose are the perfect couple, living the dream in their beautiful house, filled with their precious antiques, their darling children, and their prized Ferrari in the garage. It's all any red-blooded American could possibly want. But when Jonathan experiences a sudden heart attack (or so he thinks) Barbara realises that she wants a new life, without him. There's just one problem: they both want the house. For husband and wife, it's not just a residence: it's a passion, one that will escalate an ugly divorce into a full-blown battlefield, complete with weapons and casualties.In this viciously black comedy, the Roses will each do whatever they can to destroy their better half - no matter the cost to themselves . . .

NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE STARRING BENEDICT CUMBERBATCH AND OLIVIA COLMANJONATHAN AND BARBARA ROSE ARE THE PERFECT COUPLE. . . living the dream in their beautiful house, filled with their precious antiques, their darling children and their prized Ferrari. Surely, it's all anyone could possibly want? But when Jonathan experiences a sudden heart attack (or so he thinks), Barbara realises that she wants a new life, without him. There's just one problem: they both want the house. For husband and wife, it's not just a residence: it's a passion, one that will provide the battlefield, complete with weapons and casualties, for the escalating war that follows. In this vicious black comedy, the Roses will each do whatever they can to destroy their better half - no matter the cost to themselves . . .

A dazzling triumph from the bestselling author of 'The War of the Roses' - a sweeping and ambitious novel spanning across two eras and the city at the center of it all. A mother's deathbed confession. A son's life spins out of control. And now Osiris has one mission; to find his long lost sister, Isis. Osiris embarks upon a journey to his ancestral home in Egypt. The winding streets of the City of the Dead conceal many dangers. His mother's enemies are everywhere and will not hesitate to kill to keep their secrets hidden. Cryptic clues left by his mother slowly begin to unravel, and with it, a trail of cold bodies in Osiris' wake. But he is not the only one searching for Isis. And this predator is not looking for a happy reunion but something much more sinister. This bitter and incredibly deadly enemy is hot on Osiris' scent; he's hunter that triggers a heart-stopping chase with utterly fatal consequences. Follow Osiris in this edge-of-your-seat roller-coaster ride of daring maneuvers and nerve-wracking action as they try to find Isis before they both end up in just another Egyptian tomb. Readers thrilled about this edge of your seat novel:"e;Mother Nile is an utterly engrossing story."e; - Goodreads Reviewer '?e'?e'?e'?e'?e"e;Mr. Adler'Aos writing is remarkable; his use of language erudite and energized."e; - Goodreads Reviewer '?e'?e'?e'?e'?e"e;Mr.Adler is a masterful storyteller..."e; - Goodreads Reviewer '?e'?e'?e'?e'?e"e;This story is so skillfully drawn to pull us in from the start and keep us captive till the very end."e; - Goodreads Reviewer '?e'?e'?e'?e'?e"e;What a lovely gift inside a nitty-gritty novel that cannot be easily classified.. It is as tender as as it is cruel."e; - Goodreads Reviewer '?e'?e'?e'?e'?e"e;The story line itself makes the book worthwhile, but the detailed look at life in the recent past makes the book exceptional."e; - Goodreads Reviewer '?e'?e'?e'?e'?e

"e;High-class suspense."e; -- The New York Times on American Quartet"e;A wildly kaleidoscopic look at the scandals and political life of Washington D.C."e; - LA TimesWhat hides beneath the scum of the Capital swamp?Detective Fiona Fitzgerald is an unlikely force for justice in Washington, D.C.'s predominantly male police force. As a Senator's daughter and top investigator in the homicide division of the Metropolitan Police Department, Fiona maneuvers between two vastly different worlds, moving quickly from opulent State galas to gritty crime scenes. Born into the elite social circles of the nation's capital, and armed with intimate knowledge of the true face of the political establishment, Fiona is determined to expose the chicanery concealed within the highest echelons of the American political aristocracy. When a string of inexplicable murders rocks the hallowed streets ...

From the bestselling author of War of the Roses, now a major motion picture: The Roses, starring Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch. In an ideal world, they never would have met. Vivien Simpson is a happy stay-at-home mom with a young son who adores her successful husband. Edward Davis is an ambitious aide to an important Congressman who loves his wife. When a plane crash brings about the discovery that their supposedly loving and now deceased spouses were entangled in a deeply passionate love affair, they are devastated and baffled by the revelation. Determined to pick up the pieces of their shattered lives, they embark on a hunt for the truth behind their spouses' infidelity, guided only by the two mysterious identical keys they left behind. Along the way what they discover about themselves and the mysterious nature of love will render readers breathless. The enduring romance novel that inspired the Hollywood film starring Harrison Ford.

In America, where "e;old"e; is a dirty word, people over sixty-five are often shut out as if growing old were some kind of contagious disease. But you cannot shut the Sunset Gang out of your heart. With time running short, these intrepid residents of Sunset Village in Florida continue to thirst for life and love. "e;The Sunset Gang"e; is as lively, fun, and courageous a group as you'll find anywhere this side of the Last Reward. The fact that you'll find them at Sunset Village, a condominium retirement community in Florida where an ambulance siren is the theme song and cycling at a stately pace is strenuous exercise does not mean that they are ready to pack it all in. Not by a long shot. Sex and romantic love keep Sunset Village bubbling with activity. If you were to walk down one of its well-tended paths, you might spot Jenny and Bill sitting on a bench, acting like young lovers, and never suspect that they are married to other people! And at the pool, Max Bernstein, with an expertise that comes from five decades of skirt chasing, is singling out attractive widows. But the true beating heart of Sunset Village is the love of family and friends. Widowed Molly Berkowitz learns that although her son and daughter may be failures in the eyes of the world, they are well worth bragging about, and Isaac Kramer begins to feel truly at home when the gray-haired boys down at the Laundromat start calling him by his old neighborhood nickname, "e;Itch."e;This short story series about aging in America that inspired the PBS American Playhouse TV trilogy produced by Linda Lavin and starring Uta Hagen, Harold Gould, Dori Brenner and Jerry Stiller, garnering Doris Roberts an Emmy nomination for 'Best Supporting Actress' in a mini-series. Readers are finding The Sunset Gang Endearing:"e;I enjoyed the humour, the Jewishness of it all and the fact each story spoke to me. Adler excels at describing every day situations and emotions."e; - Goodreads Reviewer ?????"e;Witty and delightful stories full of surprises and reminders of all the Jewish grandmothers of my youth."e; - Goodreads Reviewer ?????"e;These wonderful stories call to mind the work of Isaac Bashevis Singer."e; - Goodreads Reviewer ?????"e;The stories are fast paced, sentimental, honest, and are funny."e; - Goodreads Reviewer ?????

A candid and fearless exploration of love and intimacy among elders from the bestselling author of the iconic novel turned box-office hit "e;The War of the Roses"e;Eighty-three-year-old Harvey Franklin never thought he would find love again after losing his wife of more than fifty years. Spending his days walking his beloved poodle in Central Park, he has gotten used to the idea of being alone. Everything changes the morning he meets eighty-year-old Sarah Silverman. Romance blooms between the two and they quickly become entangled in a passionate love affair. When Sarah's reveals her husband's battle with dementia, things become complicated...

From the bestselling author of War of the Roses, now a major motion picture: The Roses, starring Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch. "e;...Adler & Humes have managed to make a crucial moment in modern history come alive..."e; Thriller Books JournalAs Great Britain and the United States celebrate a victorious end to WWII, Joseph Stalin's relentless Soviet Union is creeping across Eastern Europe, leaving a trail of devastation and murder in its wake. Winston Churchill, the cigar-puffing icon of the British fighting spirit, embarks on a crusade to lift the veil of secrecy that hangs over Stalin's mission. Westminster College in Fulton, Missouri, sets the diplomatic stage upon which the world's political players grapple for supremacy as Churchill delivers his fated Iron Curtain speech on March 5th, 1946. Soviet operatives have infiltrated British and American governments at the highest level. As Churchill prepares to launch the Cold War, Stalin unleashes his trained mole, an American Nazi who served in Hitler's SS. His mission: assassinate Winston Churchill. Churchill travels with a lone bodyguard, W.H. Thompson, a former British police officer who protected Churchill faithfully through the turbulent years of war. Thompson alone senses danger, but will his trained instincts and vigilance be enough to protect the former Prime Minister from a ruthless killer?In this gripping historical thriller, battles are fought not on the beaches, on the landing grounds, in the fields, on the streets, or in the hills but behind closed doors in the shadows of espionage. Mission Churchill is a must-read for fans of historical fiction, political thrillers, and spy dramas. Reviewers Adore this Fast-Paced, Gripping Historical Thriller????? "e;Target Churchill, set in the 1940s, has all the breathless pacing of a strong thriller..."e; Historical Novel Society????? "e;James C Humes and Warren Adler, with their different skills, combine well to create a meticulously researched thriller and it's hard to tell what is fact and what is fiction."e; Crime Fiction Lover????? "e;Target Churchill "e;unfolds a fast-moving cloak-and-dagger drama starting days before Churchill's historic visit to Fulton, Missouri, in 1946, where he delivered one of the most famous speeches of all time It is excellent read and should please those who do not mind a fictionalized dab into history."e; Goodreads Review????? "e;I love historical novels, especially those dealing with World War II and its aftermath. This novel is in the same mold as Day of the Jackal... The plot was intriguing, and the forces behind it reflect the prelude to the Cold War that soon followed. This is an excellent read."e; Goodreads Review????? "e;Somewhere in the heat of the "e;Target Churchill"e; action, I was shocked. Warren Adler does it again, I thought. He knocks out his reader after a meticulous buildup after we get to know the characters. And it's not just a shock: it's embedded in history this time... a breathtaking climax!"e; Goodreads Review

From the bestselling author of War of the Roses, now a major motion picture: The Roses, starring Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch. American cancer specialist Dr. Alex Cousins is on a covert mission to the USSR. His task: to save the life of Soviet Politburo Chief Viktor Moiseyevich Dimitrov. But the tenuous alliance between the two crumbles one night. Alex stumbles upon Dimitrov's sinister plans for a nuclear strike on China. The Russians dispatch Alex on a six-thousand-mile journey aboard the infamous Trans-Siberian Express - thus ensuring he won't get home in time to warn the US of the imminent attack. As the train lumbers east across snow-cloaked mountains, watchful eyes rest on the American doctor. Surrounding him are people beaten and broken by life, each drawn to this emperor of trains in search of a brighter future. But most curious is Anna Petrovna Valentinova, the hauntingly beautiful history professor. The Trans-Siberian Express roars onward through a cavern of hopes and memories. A train attendant yearns for love, a persecuted Jewish couple runs to a new home, and a passionate romance transcending political barriers unfolds under KGB surveillance. If you like action-packed adventure, international mystery, and hauntingly beautiful landscapes, you will love this Cold War thriller by the great Warren Adler!READERS love this Timeless Classic? ? ? ? ? "e;...Intrigue, danger from several directions, and the journey itself made a captivating and unpredictable story. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a good spy novel..."e; Goodreads reviewer? ? ? ? ? "e;Another great thriller by Warren Adler and John C Humes! A must read for fans of mysterythrillers combined with Cold War Era historical fiction."e; Netgalley Reviewer? ? ? ? ? "e;...There is intrigue, hide&seek, love/lust, dreams and desolation. It is an excellent vehicle for young people to feel the tension of Soviet Russia in all it's complexities, and for us older folks to remember."e; Goodreads reviewer? ? ? ? ? "e;...this was a great suspenseful mystery, I loved the use of the environment and getting to know the characters. It was a well developed story with a great mystery..."e; Netgalley Reviewer? ? ? ? ? "e;...If you read this book, you should be prepared to be entranced, captivated and totally involved..."e; Goodreads reviewer

From the bestselling author of War of the Roses, now The Roses, a major motion picture now streaming on HULU - starring Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch, comes the next explosive chapter of the Rose family saga. Meet Josh and Evie Rose, heirs to the notorious legacy of Barbara and Jonathan. In The Children of the Roses, Adler delivers a darkly comic, razor-sharp sequel about love, family, and the havoc we inherit. Josh'Aos marriage to Victoria seems destined to avoid the mistakes of the past. But when a harmless prank involving missing Milky Ways at their son'Aos elite private school spirals into all-out war, everything changes. Josh and Victoria find themselves caught in a whirlwind of emotional chaos, fueled by a depraved headmaster, hidden affairs, and a meddling mother-in-law with a vendetta against men. Meanwhile, Josh'Aos sister Evie, ever loyal and always ready with a comforting meal, tries to hold the family together. As tensions rise, even the children, Michael and Emily, plot their own desperate plan to keep their family from falling apart. Witty, biting, and unforgettable, The Children of the Roses explores how the ghosts of the past haunt the present and how even the most perfect facades can shatter in an instant.

A gripping suspense thriller from the critically acclaimed novelist Warren Adler, well-known for the iconic novel turned international box-office hit "e;The War of the Roses."e;The firebombing of a black church, a former synagogue in Brooklyn, sets off a deadly chain reaction of international intrigue and bloody violence. The attackers are young Arab men. They mistakenly believe that this church whose stained-glass windows illustrate the Stars of David is still a synagogue. In the wake of the bombing, a white-shoe Wall Street firm sends its young, token Jewish lawyer to help the church pro bono in their insurance claim. However, this charity case takes a sharp turn when the church pastor finds three massive trunks filled with gold and precious jewels worth multimillions in the damaged basement. The origin of the treasure is puzzling. Its presence in the basement of a black church is even more bizarre. It produces a ripple effect, drawing in people from all walks of life and faith who would stop at nothing to get a hold of the riches. A suspenseful story of terror and greed, Residue illustrates how the long tail of the past can reach into the present with life-altering results.

An arms-dealing family confronts a moral dilemma in the nuclear age. During a family reunion at their ancestral castle, the famed Von Kassel family arms dealers for over a hundred years suddenly find themselves in possession of stolen plutonium capable of creating the most destructive weapon on earth. Previously aloof from the moral implications of their business, the family is torn apart by the deadly potential of their recent acquisition. Family conflicts are ignited that had long been avoided in order to maintain solidarity and the insulation of wealth and power. Through fascinating and startling familial relationships, the reader is drawn into the web of power and intrigue that motivates people who once believed they were above moral or ethical considerations. The reviews are in for Blood Ties!"e;Mr. Adler... is more than capable of fashioning truly riveting tales of suspense and intrigue."e; - King Features Syndicate"e;Gripping."e;- Asheville Citizen-Times"e;Pride, ambition and ethics are involved in this highly readable novel."e;- Pensacola News"e;Another superb mystery fiction book."e;- Daily Press, Newport News, VA

These twenty-two compelling short stories deftly crafted by highly acclaimed author Warren Adler will lift your spirits or break your heart. Warren Adler's writing hallmarks are evident in these powerful stories that reflect an exceptional understanding of the human condition as seen through the eyes of one of America's most prolific authors. These stories explore relatable themes, including betrayal, chance encounters with unexpected consequences, and the lingering impact of 9/11 years after the tragedy. Above all, these radiant tales celebrate the short story genre and an author's return to his much-loved city after 40 years. New York is as vividly and lovingly portrayed here as any of the characters. The city is rightly described as frenetic, resilient, generous, and a magnet for people's hopes and aspirations. Warren Adler is well-known for his iconic novel turned international box-office hit "e;The War of the Roses."e;

A high-caliber psychological thriller from the eclectic, critically-acclaimed author Warren Adler, well-known for the iconic novel turned international box-office hit "e;The War of the Roses."e;A commercial artist, her stockbroker husband, and their twin daughters move to Los Angeles. Unwittingly, they fall prey to a woman who convinces them that she is a psychic and can foresee their future. They believe that she holds the key to their success and can protect them from life's dangers. Gradually, she takes complete control over their careers, parenting, even their sex lives until they become her willing accomplices. This chilling tale rises to a tense crescendo as the psychic dissects and manipulates the family's beliefs and paralyzes their will to protect themselves. Madeline's Miracles is a classic brainwashing story that offers a cautionary tale for anyone who has lost the ability to question an illogical certainty.

In this fast-paced erotic thriller, John Champion, a professional hitman and Angela Ford, the wife of the man who orders the hit, engage in a passionate, overpowering and memorable love affair. Played out against the exotic locales of Florence, the Riviera, the French Alps and Manhattan, the two lovers endure impossible odds as their relationship deepens and matures. Figuring importantly in the story is Michelangelo's David, a majestic artistic masterpiece that stands in all its naked glory in the Galleria dell' Academia in Florence and the epiphany experienced by Angela in its presence. In viewing this magnificent masterpiece Angela discovers the core of her female identity, one of the few illustrations of this phenomenon ever found in a novel which deals with the deeper implications of sexuality and how it can shed light on the eternal mystery of love and attraction between men and women.

The truth about the impact of "e;new"e; people on a mountain resort. In this collection of fictional short stories, the reader will find insights and truths engendered by the modern invasion of "e;new folks"e; to glorious mountain enclaves now dubbed "e;resorts."e;These acclaimed stories capture the truth, warts and all, of how modern life can corrupt and enhance a traditional environment. They are based on the author's experience as a long-time resident of this pristine valley in Wyoming nestled in the heart of the Grand Tetons, America's most beautiful mountain range.

A high-caliber police procedural mystery from the acclaimed author Warren Adler, well-known for the iconic novel turned international box-office hit "e;The War of the Roses."e;"e;A fast-paced political mystery... Adler's depiction of Washington--its geography, social whirl, political intrigue--rings true... sure to entertain."e; -- BooklistFor Metropolitan Police detective Fiona Fitzgerald, the mysterious case of the Austrian ambassador's beautiful wife's death is a stark reminder of her upbringing. High-class soirees, men with power, and bored political wives are abundant in this high-profile case. Underneath it all, Fiona understands the publicity nightmare for the Washington elite and the lengths they will go to for damage control to protect their hallowed reputations. At the center is Florida Senator Sam Langford. He's intelligent, attractive, and a well-known philanderer with his sights set on the presidency. When the bones of a young woman are discovered, the clues and the similarities begin to make sense, and they all point to the seductive and powerful senator. Reluctantly vulnerable to the senator's charms, Fiona finds herself in too deep. Fiona thinks she understands the world she is investigating but does she?Senator Love is the fifth book in the Fiona Fitzgerald Mystery series.

A high-caliber police procedural mystery from the acclaimed author Warren Adler, well-known for the iconic novel turned international box-office hit "e;The War of the Roses."e;Detective Fiona Fitzgerald's privileged upbringing in the nation's capital and her intimate knowledge of its inner workings come in handy when Fran Miller, a top lobbyist, and legal expert, turns up dead on Independence Day. It looks like suicide, but when the clues lead back to Mark Chancellor, Fiona's best friend's husband, things get complicated. Chancellor runs a complex, global conglomerate, and along with his Russian partner, is involved in the pharmaceutical and defense industries. Chancellor is at the top of his game, well-connected in Washington, and known to believe that money is the planet's most powerful weapon. But uncovered secrets reveal that terrorist affiliates may have something more powerful: biological weapons. While the high-stakes players behind the scenes are trying to avoid a potential worldwide catastrophe, the race to find an antidote is complicated by deception and corruption, and now maybe by death. Rumors swirl about the dead lobbyist: a mysterious lover, millions of dollars hidden in small-town Virginia, and what looks like a recent vaccination on her upper right arm. But did someone target Fran? After all, she knew more about biological and chemical weapons than almost anyone. Was she caught up in the convoluted web of international biological warfare?Coincidence, luck, and a little passion give Fiona a labyrinth of leads to follow. But sometimes, the simple truth is harder to see.

From the bestselling author of War of the Roses, soon to be a major motion picture: The Roses, starring Olivia Colman and Benedict Cumberbatch. New York Echoes 2is the second volume of Adler's New York short stories in which all the heartache, joy, pain, and anguish of the big apple zeitgeist come to life. These unforgettable stories will make you laugh and cry as a remarkable parade of characters pursue their busy lives in the most fantastic city on earth. In these vividly rendered short stories, Warren Adler reveals New York as the heartbeat of America, where creativity resides in every nook and cranny. Energy pulsates through its pavements and infuses its denizens, inveterate New Yorkers. Adler's fiction hallmarks are at play in "e;New York Echoes 2"e; and delivered through powerful stories that reflect a unique understanding of the human condition. These stories deal with the mysterious nature of love and attraction, fragile family bonds, the obsessive pursuit of the creative artist, and the emotional toll it exacts. In these stories, past memories collide with present realities, and chance encounters have unexpected consequences. Above all, these radiant tales celebrate the short story genre and an author's return to his much-loved city.

A high-caliber police procedural mystery from the acclaimed author Warren Adler, well-known for his iconic novel turned international box-office hit "e;The War of the Roses."e;Old money, old secrets. The elderly mother of the Governor of Virginia, an icon of Washington society, is found dead and sexually assaulted in her posh Washington, DC, residence. Metropolitan Police detective Fiona Fitzgerald investigates the horrifying crime. As a senator's daughter, she has the advantage of knowing the world of Washington's privileged. Young Martine, the accused, has no advantages. He was not raised in a family with political leverage and did not understand Washington's politicians' inner workings and secrets. Then there is the devoted servant, the status-hungry daughter-in-law, the drugs, power, and money but where does the truth lie within this complicated family drama?Through it all, Fiona wrestles with her feelings about marriage as she considers marriage to a former general, who is now mounting a massive offensive for her hand. Will an inside look at one Washington marriage and all of its dirty little secrets help her choose?Fiona must battle both privilege and prejudice as she uncovers the inevitable truth behind the political facade. Death of a Washington Madame is the third book in the Fiona Fitzgerald Mystery series.

A high-caliber police procedural mystery from the acclaimed author Warren Adler, well-known for his iconic novel turned international box-office hit The War of the Roses. Adam Burns, Washington Post columnist and controversial presidential critic, is dead. With no clear circumstances, speculation, gossip, and rumor flood the media was it an accident, suicide, or murder?Conspiracy theories run amok, accusing none other than the President of the United States. Was Adam Burns the target of a government hit squad? Did someone decide to silence his diatribes once and for all? Fiona Fitzgerald, an unlikely hero in Washington D.C.'s blue-collar, predominantly male police force, is entrusted with unraveling Burns' death. Born into the elite social circles of the nation's capital and with privileged access to what lurks behind the pristine fav ade of the political establishment, Fiona is determined to expose the chicanery buried under primrose bushes and concealed within the ceaseless Washington Masquerade. Days roar by pressure mounts clues mislead intuition betrays. Can Fiona clear the President's name? Is one woman enough to stop a nation out for blood?Washington Masquerade is the 8th book in the Fiona Fitzgerald Mystery series.

A high-caliber police procedural mystery from the acclaimed author Warren Adler, well-known for the iconic novel turned international box-office hit "e;The War of the Roses."e;Rumors are abuzz at the Supreme Court that an associate justice has a not-so-secret sadomasochistic fetish. When Metropolitan Police detective Fiona Fitzgerald is called in to investigate the city's latest gruesome murder that involves S&M, she is forced to look at these rumors and face her painful memories. But when Fiona discovers a connection between an old acquaintance and the dead girl, she is determined to prove that the secrets of sexual aberration and the fear of exposure are the driving factors of this murder. Fiona finds herself in harm's way as her drive to make peace with her past collides with criminal sexual conduct. Is her desire for revenge impairing the investigation?The Ties That Bind is the seventh book in the Fiona Fitzgerald Mystery series.

A high-caliber police procedural mystery from the acclaimed author Warren Adler, well-known for the iconic novel turned international box-office hit The War of the Roses. The poison pen of Polly Dearborn, an infamous Washington Post investigative reporter, has gone silent. When Polly is found hanging from her balcony in the Watergate apartments, Washington's elite and powerful rejoice the Witch of Watergate is dead! But Polly's voice reaches beyond the grave, and her final articles may contain clues to some big secrets. Homicide detective Fiona Fitzgerald, well-versed in the behind-the-scenes dealings of Washington, doesn't buy the suicide angle. But secret alliances between the police, the Post, and the mayor make Fiona's job difficult. What's worse is that her new and unlikable partner, Charleen Evans, seems to be working against Fiona when she takes control of the evidence herself. All challenges aside, Fiona knows the political world and is determined to find the truth. The Witch of Watergate is the fourth book in the Fiona Fitzgerald Mystery series.

In the dead of night, Naomi Forman receives a phone call. What began as a rude interruption of her night becomes a horrifying interruption of her life. Drawn into the Glory Church doomsday cult by her estranged sister, Charlotte Harrigan succumbs to the will of the enigmatic Father Glory. Brainwashed beyond comprehension, she is now not herself, but only one of many who have been entrapped by the cult's promise of rebirth into a new, idyllic life. Against her better judgment, Naomi agrees to help Barney confront the Glories and save Charlotte. But naive optimism quickly plummets to misery as their plans are systematically picked apart, dashed by members of the cult past and present, and even by the local Sheriff T. Clausen Moore, who is only as helpful as the Glories want him to be. His awareness of the Glory's practices and their secluded compound--including the river, where there has been more than one "e;accidental"e; drowning--is the one obstacle that he too must overcome to restore order to his county. No one is safe. Naomi's will is tested and Barney becomes more and more desperate. The lengths he is willing to go to save his wife are as sinister as the Glories themselves. From the Manson family to Scientology, cults have been fascinating, disturbing, and terrifying, from their induction methodologies to doomsday imperatives. The Glory Church of Warren Adler's vision is no different. Just look to the headlines. Their time will come.

A masterfully rendered family drama from the critically acclaimed novelist Warren Adler, well-known for his iconic novel turned international box-office hit "e;The War of the Roses."e;In Twilight Child, grandparents' rights to visit their beloved grandson pit them against their remarried daughter-in-law. When Charlie and Molly's son dies, their daughter-in-law remarries and is vaulted into an upper-class world of money and privilege. She is now determined to lead a new life and keep her son free from the blue-collar influences of her ex-in-laws. Forced to sue for their right to visit their beloved grandson, Charlie and Molly enter a world of courtroom conflict that profoundly affects everyone involved, including the trial judge. Each player in this great drama must search their souls for the right decision, not for themselves, but in the best interest of the child, they all deeply cherish. Topical and utterly devastating, this novel, originally a Reader's Digest book, delves deeply into the heart-rending dilemma of generational conflict.

"e;Never Too Late for Love"e; combines additional stories written after the publication of Warren Adler's award-winning short story collection "e;The Sunset Gang,"e; dealing with the same intrepid crew who inhabit Sunset Village. Anyone who is aging-meaning all of us-will revel in these stories of joy, love, sex, and energy that give a deeper meaning to the aging process, especially in what the young might call "e;the twilight years."e; In these stories, there is no sense of oncoming doom and life goes on in a perpetual sunset. Anyone who has an "e;older"e; friend or parent will marvel at this wonderful, inspiring collection and enjoy reading and re-reading these stories for years to come.