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Book Synopsis: “The intricacies of family and the complexities of the games they play mingle wonderfully here in a memoir quite unlike any other.”—George Plimpton, author of Truman Capote
Katy Lederer grew up on the bucolic campus of an exclusive East Coast boarding school where her father taught English, her mother retreated into crosswords and scotch, and her much older siblings played “grown-up” games like gin rummy and chess. But Katy faced much more than the typical trials of childhood. Within the confines of the Lederer household an unlikely transformation was brewing, one that would turn this darkly intellectual and game-happy group into a family of professional gamblers.
Poker Face is Katy Lederer’s perceptive account of her family’s lively history. From the long kitchen table where her mother played what seemed an endless game of solitaire, to the seedy New York bars where her brother first learned to play poker, to the glamorous Bellagio casino in Las Vegas, where her sister and brother wager hundreds of thousands of dollars a night at the tables, Lederer takes us on a tragicomic journey through a world where intelligence and deceit are used equally as currency. Not since Mary McCarthy’s Memories of a Catholic Girlhood has a writer cast such a witty and astringently analytic eye on the demands of growing up. An unflinching exploration of trust and betrayal, competition, suspicion, and unconventional familial love, Poker Face is a testament to the human spirit’s inventiveness when faced with unusually difficult odds.
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Immerse yourself in the captivating world of "Poker Face: A Girlhood Among Gamblers," a memoir that delves into the intricate dynamics of a family entwined in the art of gambling. From the exclusive East Coast boarding school to the glamorous Bellagio casino in Las Vegas, Katy Lederer's tale is a rollercoaster of emotions, intelligence, and deceit. Join us on this tragicomic journey as we explore the complexities of trust, competition, and unconventional familial love. It's a story unlike any other, filled with twists and turns that will keep you hooked until the very end.
Experience the thrill of high-stakes games and the art of deception as you follow Katy Lederer's family on their transformation from a darkly intellectual group to professional gamblers. With vivid descriptions and a keen eye for detail, "Poker Face" offers a unique perspective on the world of gambling and the impact it can have on individuals and families. Prepare to be immersed in a world where every move is a gamble, and every decision carries consequences. Are you ready to take a chance and uncover the hidden truths behind the poker face?
Join the adventure and dive into the world of "Poker Face: A Girlhood Among Gamblers," a memoir that has been hailed as a captivating and thought-provoking exploration of family dynamics and the power of the games we play. Whether you're a seasoned gambler or simply intrigued by the complexities of human relationships, this book offers something for everyone. Get your hands on a copy today and discover why readers and critics alike are raving about Katy Lederer's perceptive and engaging narrative.
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