Apart from You [Paperback]

Leonore H. Dvorkin (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1, 2000

A tale and trial of love and faith and temptation, APART FROM YOU marks the debut of an impressive new talent in fiction.

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AND THE DECEPTION BEGINS . . .

Brian took her hands in his, pressing them hard. “You’re so kind. . . .”

In spite of their liberal agreement, Elizabeth’s thoughts of Alan were guilty ones. This new affair was moving in a direction she had never anticipated having to face while apart from him.

She could see that dalliance of any sort was a stranger to Brian’s heart. His emotions were so evident, her own so concealed.

In the bedroom, she bent to stroke the cat’s belly. The animal stretched and yawned extravagantly, its eyes golden and knowing.

Brian smiled. “I think she likes you,” he said. “She trusts you already."

To that, Elizabeth had no answer.

Product Details

• Paperback: 228 pages
• Publisher: Wildside Press (May 1, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1587150743
• ISBN-13: 978-1587150746
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.1 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #9,178,025 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The debut of a wonderfully unique voice in modern fiction!, December 21, 2000

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C. Dean Andersson (Texas) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Apart from You (Paperback)

If you're like me, I'll wager that without turning to a favorite classic work of fiction it's been a long time since you've read an intelligent, mentally and emotionally invigorating novel filled with situations, characters, and ideas that make you think new thoughts or re-think existing beliefs, all while entertaining you and making you want to keep reading long after the last page has been turned. APART FROM YOU abounds with the stimulating complexities of keen wisdom penetrated by the sharpened persistence of human hope. I applaud Wildside Press and give them a standing ovation for publishing Leonore Dvorkin's APART FROM YOU. Don't miss it!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A finely crafted work, August 4, 2000

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Patricia (Houston, Texas United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Apart from You (Paperback)

"Apart from you" will enchant you with its glowing prose and tightly written scenes revolving around three principal characters. The characters, 2 college and one graduate student, explore their relationships with love and philosophy as Elizabeth spends her time "apart" from her fiance in an affair with a graduate student who is different in many ways from her betrothed. Anyone who has been in love will appreciate the way that Ms. Dvorkin expertly handles conflicting feelings and their resolutions. A great read!

5.0 out of 5 stars Goldengrass, July 13, 2010

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Goldengrass - See all my reviews

This review is from: Apart from You (Paperback)

I found "Apart From You" an intriguing story that touched on many of my most cherished values, especially those concerning relationships, love, and commitment. Because of a major decision by one of the main characters to justify a sexual relationship with a college friend while trying to also maintain a future relationship with her liberal fiance, tremendous pain and suffering is experienced by all three individuals involved in this unique love triangle. The pain is especially true for the college friend who eventually has to deal with the fact that he was completely misled. Leonore does an excellent job in making these complicated situations seem so real and believable. Surprisingly, the story ends with tremendous hope and personal growth amid all the negativity. I put the book down feeling that life, at times, really is good. Congratulations, Leonore, on an excellent and moving first novel. I am a better person for having read it.