Lily White
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NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER "A big, fat, happy feast of a book. . . . [Isaacs's] most confident and appealing. . . . [She] is both funny and piercing, a highly satisfying combination." --New York Times Book Review Critically acclaimed New York Times bestselling author Susan Isaacs's most dazzling novel of murder, sex, and humor, and of manners and morality Meet Lily White, Long Island criminal defense lawyer. Smart, savvy, and down-to-earth, Lee can spot a phony the way her haughty mother can spot an Armani. Enter handsome career con-man Norman Torkelson, charged with strangling his latest mark after bilking her out of her life's savings. As the astounding twists and reverses of the Torkelson case are revealed, so too is the riveting story behind Lee's life. Lily White is a brilliantly crafted story of con artists and true lovers, of treachery and devotion--and of one brave lawyer's triumphant fight for justice.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0061256234
ISBN13:9780061256233
Release Date:June 2008
Publisher:William Morrow & Company
Length:592 Pages
Weight:1.00 lbs.
Dimensions:1.5" x 5.5" x 7.7"
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
2 interesting, 2 heartbreaking, 2 books in 1
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
I read Isaacs' Compromising Positions a fews years back and stumbled across Lily White in the library. (incidentally, i found Compromising to be excellent.) Lily has it all. Suspense, intrique, emotion, laughs. The first time I read this book, I read it like it's written, starting with Lee White as a lawyer who is handling an interesting case while ex-DA office coworkers give her dirty looks for going to "bat for the bad guys". All the goings on of looking into the lives of some very strange people who will con their way out of a paper bag. This storyline gets swapped back and forth every chapter with Lee's parent's marriage, her childhood, her marriage (and ultimately it's demise), leading up to the moment she finds herself secure enough to live a happy-ending life. The style of this book was different and Isaacs takes care to not make it confusing to the reader. Her words are intelligent and the story kept me going til I put it down. A while after I read it through the first time, I picked it up and read every other chapter to follow that story, then went back and read all the opposite chapters. Different tone, but just as delicious. You get more for your money with Lily White.
Great read!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
Although the first chapters are a little slow in developing the character, the author eventually succeeds at riveting the reader to Lee's plight. My favorite elements of this book are the way Ms. Isaacs incorporates the present(Norman Torkelson)with Lee's past (family history and relationships.) . I enjoyed this book immensely.
Hilarious, engrossing, amazing twists- best of Susan Isaacs
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 27 years ago
There is no one quite like Lee White. Although everyone finds a part of themselves in Lee White, Susan Isaacs incredibly realistic character. Witty, funny, intelligent reading. Recommended to anyone who enjoys really knowing the characters they read and being engrossed in their lives. Lee finds that perhaps the best way to make yourself happy is to be not quite perfect. Being, not the damsel in distress nor the perfect feminist model, Lee's wit and point- blank look at life make her character incredibly relatable. Isaacs leaves you feeling like looking back after a long trip, complete with u-turns and potholes, but glad you bought your ticket.
Susan Issacs Never Fails
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 27 years ago
I am a great fan of Susan Issacs. She spins fine mysteries, keeps me in suspense and keeps me amused. Lily White is no exception. This is a "worth reading" for sure
Susan Issacs creates another great female character!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 28 years ago
Yet another wonderful female character from Susan Issacs! All of S.Issacs female characters are witty, intelligent, independant and flawed - someone you'd love to have as your best friend. Lily White is no exception. I found this book to be a joy to read - I missed her character when I was finished. There is enough plot, character development and intertwining stories to keep the pages turning, no matter how many pages there are. I waited a long time a new novel from Susan Issacs and Lily White was worth the wait.
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