Discard 2 edition by Lois Charles Literature Fiction eBooks
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DISCARD 2 is a story about three generations of a Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area American family from 1931 to 1965. It's about their lives, loves and careers from their point of view living in another era, different from ours today.
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A Pennsylvania-set debut novel that spans the 1930s through '60s with a story of grudges, forgiveness, criminals, and the law.
In South Philadelphia in 1931, some unemployed people line up for a $4 weekly allowance, while others plot crimes instead. Tony Becker ropes 19-year-old Nick Scavello into robbing Jake Moski's clothing shop; when police officer John Linden hears shots coming from Moski's, he and his partner run to help. In the ensuing chase, Nick is shot dead, but not before he slashes John in the thigh, causing crippling nerve damage. This opening incident has far-reaching effects Nick's brother Al, another petty criminal, vows vengeance on the police; Mark, John's Drexel University-bound son, harbors bitterness about his father's injury; and Jake, eager to repay John's bravery, offers to cover Mark's college tuition. Mark is the protagonist of the rest of the novel, and as he works his way through law school and marries heiress Gloria Walker, he struggles to abide by his principles. Later, as a district attorney, Pennsylvania governor, and potential presidential candidate, he must resist sketchy propositions from the local crime ring--even when it leads Al and his cronies to threaten his daughter, Susan. Author Charles' careful research into such details as prices, salaries, and period slang ("He didn't welsh on any bets and he couldn't think of anyone who would squeal on him") lends authenticity to the historical narrative ( . . . ) Charles does maintain the suspense about Susan's parentage--Mark worries that she's actually Gloria's ex-boyfriend Harry St. Clair's daughter--and about whether Al will pay for his crimes. The unusual title is a metaphor taken from poker is Mark willing to sacrifice two other people in his race to the top? Or will mercy win out in the end? The book's gentle, pay-it-forward message--and its unsubtle presentation of the Gospel--gives it the flavor of a morality tale.
A solid historical drama exploring ethical themes . .
Discard 2 edition by Lois Charles Literature Fiction eBooks
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Discard 2 edition by Lois Charles Literature Fiction eBooks Reviews
What a wonderful book, brought me back to the old days in Philadelphia, I really enjoyed it!
I enjoyed this novel very much, the historical time period was intriguing and fascinating.
A great story, one that's hard to put down. The characters are quite interesting and as you turn the page, you wonder whats going to happen next.
Lois Charles’ “Discard 2” characters and their communities are so vivid and genuinely enjoyable—a delightful glimpse into an era in Philadelphia!
A good story, one I could not put down. I really enjoyed this especially imagining the 1930s to 1960s as the history and characters are interesting.
"Discard 2" pulled me in from the beginning and held my interest throughout. I looked forward to picking it up and being immersed. The characters were all believable and unusual; the story suspenseful and full of surprises. I enjoyed immensely, good read!
"Discard 2" pulled me in from the beginning and held my interest throughout. I looked forward to picking it up and being immersed in this exciting book. The characters were believable and unusual; the story suspenseful and full of surprises. I enjoyed immensely- good read!
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