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Book Synopsis: ON LAMBDA LITERARY REVIEW'S SEPTEMBER MOST ANTICIPATED LIST
ONE OF QUEER FORTY'S BEST PRIDE READS FOR SUMMER 2023!
Three gay men in pre-Stonewall New York City find their fates thrown together in the police raid of a Village bar.
Roger Moorhouse is a Wall Street banker and Westchester family man with a preciously guarded secret. As the shouting begins and flashlights blaze in his face, the life he's carefully curated over the years―a fancy new office overlooking lower Broadway, a house in Beechmont Woods, his wife and children―is about to come crashing down around him.
Columbia literature professor Julian Prince lives a comparatively uncloseted life when he finds his first committed relationship tested to its limits. How could he explain to Gus, a fearless young artist, that he couldn't stay with him that weekend because the woman who was still technically Julian's fiancée would be visiting? But when Gus is struck unconscious by a police baton, Julian comes out of hiding to protect him, even if exposure means losing everything.
For Danny Duffy, an Irish kid from the Bronx with a sassy mouth and a diverse group of friends, the raid is a galvanizing, Spartacus moment. Danny doesn't have too much left to lose; his family has just disowned him. But once his name appears in the newspaper, he'll be fired from his job at Sloan's Supermarket, where he's risen to assistant manager of produce, and begin a journey that veers between political enlightenment and violent revenge.
The three men find themselves in a police wagon together, their hidden lives threatened to be revealed to the world. Blackmail, a private investigator, Gus's disappearance, and Danny's quest for retribution propel Disorderly Men to its piercing conclusion, as each man meets the boundaries of his own fear, love, and shame. The stakes for each are different, but all of them confront a fundamental question: How much happiness is he allowed to have . . . and what share of it will he lay claim to?
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Step back in time to pre-Stonewall New York City with Disorderly Men, a captivating novel that combines history, suspense, and heartwrenching emotion. This Lambda Literary Review Most Anticipated selection is a must-read for any lover of queer fiction. Join Roger Moorhouse, a successful Wall Street banker with a hidden secret, as his carefully constructed life comes crashing down around him in the wake of a police raid. The intensity builds as Columbia literature professor Julian Prince struggles to protect his love interest, Gus, from the clutches of discrimination. Meanwhile, Danny Duffy, a feisty Irish kid from the Bronx, embarks on a thrilling journey of revenge and self-discovery. As their lives intertwine, the men must face their deepest fears, exposing the lengths they will go to find happiness. Immerse yourself in the captivating pages of Disorderly Men and discover just how far these men are willing to go to claim their share of joy.
Unleash your imagination and transport yourself to the vibrant streets of pre-Stonewall New York City. Disorderly Men takes you on a journey back in time, immersing you in the lives of three unforgettable gay men. Roger Moorhouse, a high-flying banker living a double life, finds his secrets exposed when a police raid on a Village bar shatters his carefully constructed façade. Julian Prince, an esteemed literature professor, must confront his own truths as he fights to protect his passionate relationship with the fearless artist, Gus. And Danny Duffy, a sharp-tongued Bronx local, embarks on a quest for justice and redemption that will forever change his destiny. Brace yourself for a rollercoaster of emotions as blackmail, disappearance, and revenge push these men to their limits. Step into the world of Disorderly Men and witness their remarkable story unfold.
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Prepare yourself for a literary masterpiece that will transport you to the gritty streets of 1960s New York City. Disorderly Men is a compelling exploration of love, sacrifice, and the human spirit. Follow the intertwined lives of Roger Moorhouse, a successful banker torn between two worlds, Julian Prince, a literature professor whose commitment is put to the ultimate test, and Danny Duffy, a brave Irish kid forced to confront his past. Set against the backdrop of a police raid on a Village bar, their individual journeys are a testament to the strength of the human soul. Will they find redemption? Can they overcome the obstacles that threaten to destroy their happiness? Immerse yourself in the gripping narrative of Disorderly Men, a must-read for anyone seeking a powerful and thought-provoking story.
Ready to embark on a literary journey that will leave you breathless? Disorderly Men is a historical fiction masterpiece that delves deep into the lives of three gay men in pre-Stonewall New York City. From the moment the police raid a Village bar, their destinies become intertwined in ways they never could have imagined. Witness the struggles of Roger Moorhouse, a banker with a secret life; Julian Prince, a literature professor torn between love and duty; and Danny Duffy, a young Irish man seeking justice and revenge. As their hidden lives hang in the balance, each man must confront their greatest fears and decide how much happiness they are willing to fight for. With its gripping plot and complex characters, Disorderly Men is a must-read for fans of LGBTQ+ literature. Get your copy today and discover the power of love and resilience.
Experience the raw emotions and hidden secrets of three men as their lives intersect in the tumultuous world of pre-Stonewall New York City. Disorderly Men is a stunning novel that will transport you to a time of oppression, courage, and the relentless pursuit of happiness. Roger Moorhouse, a wealthy banker with a secret, Julian Prince, a literature professor caught between passion and societal expectations, and Danny Duffy, an Irish kid on a path of revenge, find themselves thrown together in the chaos of a police raid. Their intertwined stories will keep you on the edge of your seat, as each man confronts the boundaries of fear, love, and shame. Brace yourself for a piercing conclusion that will leave you questioning the limits of happiness. Don't miss out on this gripping literary journey. Order your copy of Disorderly Men now and discover a world that will stay with you long after you turn the final page.
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