The Flaw: A Novel
By Cynthia Baer
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The Flaw, a dark family saga of arrogance, pride and power.
This is the tale of Leah Hammerman Weitzman: widow, patron of the arts, opium addict, imaginary invalid and early twentieth century Medea.
The story opens in Chicago, March 15, 1935, fifteen years after the presumed death of Albert her beloved husband. On this day Leah reveals in graphic detail her deceit and treachery to the horror of her children and grandchildren.
After the revelation, the story takes us back to 1900 and follows the romantic courtship, marriage and eventual destruction of her husband at the very moment he is being considered as a candidate for governor of Illinois. The story proceeds through the twenties, thirties, World War II and Leahs death. The final chapters follow the tragic paths of Martha the eldest daughter, Albert Jr. and closes with the fate of Leahs youngest grandchild, Annie, in 1960.
Cynthia Baer
CYNTHIA BAER was born in St. Paul, Minnesota. A graduate of Summit School and Sarah Lawrence College, she began her theatrical career by producing and directing the original New York production of Little Mary Sunshine in the late 50’s. She continued working on both Coasts until the mid 90’s and after having served many years as the Producer/Artistic Director of the Richard Basehart Playhouse in Woodland Hills, Ca. Ms. Baer has two daughters and one granddaughter. This is her first novel.
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