Just Desserts

Just Desserts

Langue: Anglais
Format: Broché
ISBN 10: 0380762951
ISBN 13: 9780380762958
Date de publication: July 1st, 1999
Éditeur: Avon
Pages: 256
In a setting rich with humor and social satire, a quirky and wealthy family takes center stage, arriving with a flourish that disrupts the tranquility of Jud. Otto Broadie, the extravagant carpet-sweeper magnate, leads his offbeat clan, each member a colorful character filled with their own eccentricities. Their arrival is less about familial ties and more about a whirlwind of chaos that fans the flames of local gossip.

Amidst the ensuing commotion, alliances are tested and friendships strained as the town grapples with the implications of the Broadie clan's presence. The narrative unfolds with a delightful blend of wit and intrigue, drawing readers into a web of secrets and rivalries. The townsfolk, each with their unique quirks, must navigate the social minefield created by their new neighbors, whose tastes in wealth and drama often clash with the simpler lives of those in Jud.

As the story progresses, themes of identity, belonging, and the absurdity of wealth are explored, all wrapped in a humorous package that keeps the reader engaged. With plenty of twists and revelations, the characters' interactions paint a vivid portrait of the challenges faced when old money meets small-town sensibility. Through a tapestry of lively dialogue and clever storytelling, this tale serves up a feast of entertainment that lingers long after the final page is turned.

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