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Lee Smith, the Author of “Silver Alerts” has written an intriguing and thought-provoking novel. This is a novel that compares and contrasts the young and the old, and the rich and the poor. The genres for this book are Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, Southern Fiction, Chick-Lit, and Humor. In this emotional book, the themes revolve around family, aging, drugs and alcohol, secrets, and betrayals. The author vividly describes the scenery and the dramatic characters.
Herb, a wealthy eightyish year old man, who lives with his seventy year old wife Susan in Key West. Susan has dementia, and has been difficult to take care of. The children feel that it is time for Herb and Susan to leave their home, and be in a controlled environment. One of the “protagonists” of the story, a young woman, comes to Herb’s house and gives Susan a pedicure. While she does this, she sings and comforts Susan. This “protagonist” calls herself “Renee”, but has another name and identity. She has the feeling that this would be a wonderful opportunity to work for them.
“Renee” has a questionable friend, that makes some demanding requests of hers. Renee has many secrets. Herb has hidden his keys for his Porsche away, and decides to take the car and Renee for an adventurous ride. “Renee” has always dreamed of going to Disney Land, and Herb is trying to fulfill her wish. He also wants a last adventure that is in his control. Herb has just received disappointing medical news about himself. I would highly recommend this book to others to join Herb and “the Protagonist” on their adventure.
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