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How To Ruin The Perfect Child

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Maximillian Hamilton has always done what was expected of him, by his parents, wife, and society. He has always been perfect, not causing anyone trouble or distress. Max, as he is also known, is so busy living up to other people's expectations that he does not stay true to himself.

Max is an identical twin, yet he and Montgomery his twin are complete opposites. While Max lives for others Montgomery lives his life full throttle and lives for himself. Montgomery is a free spirit and hides nothing. He is openly gay and hosts a well known talk show with his partner. Montgomery does not care what others say or think when it comes to him.

The twins were raised by a domineering, controlling mother and a weak father, who let their mother run things, and that further emphasized their differences. Aprielle, their mother wants to control every aspect of their lives, and Montgomery's rebellious actions threaten the perfect image she wants to portray and it puts a huge strain on the relationship between Aprielle and Montgomery, with Max caught in the middle.

How To Ruin A Perfect Child by Antonio Le Mons is an engaging and suspense filled novel and it will keep you guessing until the last page and beyond. The only problem that I had with the story was the fact that the author went back and forth between the present and the past, the transitions were at times a little confusing and I wasn't always clear as to who was narrating the story. However, overall this is a wonderful book and I really enjoyed it. I eagerly await the sequel that the author eludes to.

Reviewed by Simone A. Hawks

Magnificient. Phenomenal. A Work of Art. Riveting. Mind
Boggling. An Eye Opener. Dazzling.

My name is Anthony D. Sharp Jr. and I am a rising senior, Psychology major at Xavier University of Louisiana. I have just finished the wonderful masterpiece, "How To Ruin The Perfect Child." This is the first time in my life where I have ever read a book that fast before. The book kept my interest throughout the entire book, it was definitely a page turner. I will never forget when I was changing flights in Houston, I was upset that I had to put it down. However, once I picked it back up, I was able to draw an accurate picture of the scene that I last left off.

Furthermore, his sense of imagery is very poetic, I was
able to comprehend and vividly picture each "encounter" and
"drama filled situation(s)" as he so eloquently described
in his book. I cannot wait for the sequel to hit stores. Keep up the good work Mr. Le Mons and I pray God's choice blessings upon you as you continue to work on your next masterpiece.

Be Blessed,
Anthony D. Sharp Jr.

P.S. Please everyone!! Go out and support this work of art. THANKS!!!

I found How to Ruin the Perfect Child thought provoking and provocative. The writer, an obviously very talented individual, did a wonderful job of conveying the cost of self deprivation. I await the sequel to HTRTPC.

I loved this book! I laughed, and I cried! It was difficult to put down! Antonio LeMons really knows how to draw a reader into his story! I did not want this book to end! I rarely read books at all, unless Dr.Suess is the author, this book however renewed my view of books. When the sequel to How To Ruin... comes out, I will be the first one in line to get a copy, I was so drawn to the characters, that I want to see where they are now!!!!

The dynamics between the characters are fascinating and thought provoking. The book made me think of what it means to be true to one's self, and the fact that no matter how true you are, there will always be layers of issues to work through. I was sad it had to end--can't wait for the sequel.

Mr. Le Mons, what a wonderful piece of art you created. Not only did your writing hold my interest it wouldn't let go... Characters where larger than life, Apriele Hamilton (hmmmm) There are so many questions that I have but will not ask, for I wouldn't want to spoil the experience for those who have not read it. That said to say, Please go Buy It, support this brothers work you will not be disappointed - Looking forward to the sequel.

This book was one of the best I've read. I would reccommend this book to all. There are suprises and twist at every turn. The ending is a shocker. I could not put this book down. It just goes to show you that people with money are not happy.

Antonio Le Mons has written a book that will inspire anyone struggling to live his/her life on their terms. The message is clear in this book, and the story that provides the message is excellent. This is a must read for parents. I can't wait for his next book.

They say that you can't judge a book by it's cover, had I known that this book would be this mind-blowing, and such a page turner I would have read this book the first time I saw it on the self in the book store. The storyline really grabbed my attention,and made me feel like I was apart of the family. I really can't wait for the sequel to come out.

What becomes of twin brothers born to an affluent African-American family when one follows the course laid before him and the other does not? Maximillian and Montgomery Hamilton are the identical twin sons of Aprielle and Cyrus Hamilton. Aprielle is a cosmetic company magnet with fame and power. Aprielle controlled every aspect of her sons' lives and laid the groundwork for their successes; Maximillian is a successful physician in Detroit. He is married with children and is a partner in a very successful medical practice. Montgomery is gay, has a child from previous relationship, and is a popular talk show host in Los Angeles, but Aprielle's plan for him was to attend law school. When he defected to Europe after college graduation the fireworks began.

How To Ruin the Perfect Child highlights the realities of family dysfunction, conformity and finally destruction. It is a story of what can happen when you are not true to yourself. And it shows when we allow our lives to be led for appearance sake and do not accept our needs and desires as important necessities, we destroy our innermost self.

How To Ruin the Perfect Child is a gripping, fast paced story narrated through the voice and musings of Gabrielle, Aprielle's assistant. The author does an excellent job of giving Gabrielle, who is an observer, the voice to provide the reader with a rich and necessary history of the Hamilton family. This is a riveting, well written, debut effort that hints at a sequel.

Reviewed by Dawn R. Reeves