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The Bronx Stagger
WINNER of The 2021 Independent Press Award for Cross-Genre Fiction!
Sex, Drugs, and the Rock ‘n Roll of dysfunction are on the docket of Bronx Family Court, the busiest family court in NYC. Schwartz the Lawyer fights for justice for families in that court while struggling with personal demons that place his own family at risk. In the cross-hairs of this tragi-comedic novel are the minions of the Children’s Best Interest Industrial the judges, lawyers, caseworkers, social workers, therapists, and litigants who populate Bronx Family Court. Bronx Stagger rises from the ashes of Tom Wolfe’s Bonfire of the Vanities to dramatize the inner life of the denizens of The Bronx behind the sealed doors of the courtrooms. With his libido in overdrive, Schwartz is looking for love in all the wrong courtrooms. Immersed in the dysfunctional dance of sex and violence that permeates the Family Court milieu, Schwartz is conflicted by his flagging idealism, nagging conscience and the dulling of his skills against the miasma of mediocrity and C.Y.A. culture that infuses the Family Court/Foster Care System. Accused of sex abuse and domestic violence, Schwartz travels the continuum from apathetic lawyer to outraged litigant as his family is drawn into the Court’s vortex of passion.A diverse ensemble of colleagues, clients, and cohorts inhabit the landscape of this novel, each with their own story to tell. The humor ranges from dark to echoes of vaudeville. The tragedy is, well, pretty tragic. The soundtrack of Schwartz’s tale is provided courtesy of his infatuation with a star-crossed scion of the Bronx, the Late, Great Bobby Darin. The temporal frame of the novel is the final months of the Twentieth Century, with the horrors of the next century stored like floats in a parade, waiting to be inflated and unfurled.“The reader will never look at modern America in the same way.” -Hon. Stephen Bogacz, NYC Family Court Judge, Retired“This is an engaging ride through the halls of family court. It is not for the faint of heart.” -Jane McGrady, NYC Family Court Attorney-Referee, Retired“Moskowitz absolutely hit the nail on the head about the Bronx Family Court experience.” -Ruth Litsky, Esq. Family Court Attorney, NYC“The gritty language and repartee portray the insane machinations of the so called “Justice” System. Bravo, Moskowitz!” -Don Berk, Assistance District Attorney, Nassau County, Retired.
Sex, Drugs, and the Rock ‘n Roll of dysfunction are on the docket of Bronx Family Court, the busiest family court in NYC. Schwartz the Lawyer fights for justice for families in that court while struggling with personal demons that place his own family at risk. In the cross-hairs of this tragi-comedic novel are the minions of the Children’s Best Interest Industrial the judges, lawyers, caseworkers, social workers, therapists, and litigants who populate Bronx Family Court. Bronx Stagger rises from the ashes of Tom Wolfe’s Bonfire of the Vanities to dramatize the inner life of the denizens of The Bronx behind the sealed doors of the courtrooms. With his libido in overdrive, Schwartz is looking for love in all the wrong courtrooms. Immersed in the dysfunctional dance of sex and violence that permeates the Family Court milieu, Schwartz is conflicted by his flagging idealism, nagging conscience and the dulling of his skills against the miasma of mediocrity and C.Y.A. culture that infuses the Family Court/Foster Care System. Accused of sex abuse and domestic violence, Schwartz travels the continuum from apathetic lawyer to outraged litigant as his family is drawn into the Court’s vortex of passion.A diverse ensemble of colleagues, clients, and cohorts inhabit the landscape of this novel, each with their own story to tell. The humor ranges from dark to echoes of vaudeville. The tragedy is, well, pretty tragic. The soundtrack of Schwartz’s tale is provided courtesy of his infatuation with a star-crossed scion of the Bronx, the Late, Great Bobby Darin. The temporal frame of the novel is the final months of the Twentieth Century, with the horrors of the next century stored like floats in a parade, waiting to be inflated and unfurled.“The reader will never look at modern America in the same way.” -Hon. Stephen Bogacz, NYC Family Court Judge, Retired“This is an engaging ride through the halls of family court. It is not for the faint of heart.” -Jane McGrady, NYC Family Court Attorney-Referee, Retired“Moskowitz absolutely hit the nail on the head about the Bronx Family Court experience.” -Ruth Litsky, Esq. Family Court Attorney, NYC“The gritty language and repartee portray the insane machinations of the so called “Justice” System. Bravo, Moskowitz!” -Don Berk, Assistance District Attorney, Nassau County, Retired.
269 pages, Paperback
Published May 11, 2019
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June 22, 2019
Gritty, a little twisted and perhaps a reality check on the real lives of strangers and what really goes on behind the closed doors and behind the scenes of the Bronx Family Court. Meet Schwartz, attorney for justice in the family court, protector of the innocent, even as his own life goes up in flames and his own family is falling apart.
Lots of wit, biting humor, missteps and a hero who is anything like our imaginary superheroes in his wrinkled suits, and with his untimely entrances. Hang on to witness the dark side of life, of the perils of an imperfect society and an imperfect court system, all played out to the mental playlist of Schwartz’s musical idol, Bobby Darin.
THE BRONX STAGGER by Daniel Moskowitz is humorous, often dark and filled with a sense of desperation when even the small victories come at a huge price, or even too late. Thoroughly entertaining, often worthy of an eye roll or two. Expect your anger to rise, feel the frustrations of the characters, guess at who is playing the trickster and be amazed that somehow, sometimes, the system works, wickedly flawed.
A fascinating, frustrating and enlightening read for me all while being totally intriguing!
I received a complimentary copy from The Story Merchant Books!
Publisher: Story Merchant Books (May 10, 2019)
Publication Date: May 10, 2019
Genre: Drama | Legal Thriller
Print Length: 302 pages
Available from: Amazon | Barnes & Noble
For Reviews, Giveaways, Fabulous Book News, follow: http://tometender.blogspot.com
Lots of wit, biting humor, missteps and a hero who is anything like our imaginary superheroes in his wrinkled suits, and with his untimely entrances. Hang on to witness the dark side of life, of the perils of an imperfect society and an imperfect court system, all played out to the mental playlist of Schwartz’s musical idol, Bobby Darin.
THE BRONX STAGGER by Daniel Moskowitz is humorous, often dark and filled with a sense of desperation when even the small victories come at a huge price, or even too late. Thoroughly entertaining, often worthy of an eye roll or two. Expect your anger to rise, feel the frustrations of the characters, guess at who is playing the trickster and be amazed that somehow, sometimes, the system works, wickedly flawed.
A fascinating, frustrating and enlightening read for me all while being totally intriguing!
I received a complimentary copy from The Story Merchant Books!
Publisher: Story Merchant Books (May 10, 2019)
Publication Date: May 10, 2019
Genre: Drama | Legal Thriller
Print Length: 302 pages
Available from: Amazon | Barnes & Noble
For Reviews, Giveaways, Fabulous Book News, follow: http://tometender.blogspot.com
May 31, 2019
Not my usual reading! Met the author and was intrigued. Very interesting look into family court, something I knew nothing of. Lots of detail, since the author knows what he's talking about! Fast-paced, you'll find yourself wanting to know what happens to all the characters!
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