The Widow's Son [Paperback]

Bruce Steinberg (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 10, 2001

The moment 12-year-old Jeremy Rosenberg witnesses his father's death, he loses the world he had assumed would last forever. With a young brother expecting "Daddy" to yet come home, a sister blaming herself, and a mother falling toward isolation, Jeremy is sent fatherless into the world just as he reaches adolescence. Effectively set in mid1960's Chicago suburbia, THE WIDOW'S SON is launched on a devastating moment, but this tale of misguided efforts and accidental triumphs of children forced into difficult times creates a humorous, poignant novel. The reader's laughter and tears are sure to flow together to the last page as Jeremy struggles to make his family into a family once again.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"I loved Steinberg's 12-year-old narrator for his innocence and grandeur." -- Neil Chethik, Best-selling author of FatherLoss,Hyperion

"Steinberg has put together a wonderful, moving story." -- Sheldon Seigel, Best-selling author of Special Circumstances, Bantam-Dell Publishing

About the Author

Bruce is 43, married to Peggy, and a practicing attorney in Illinois, but don't hold that against him. He has published stories in literary reviews and sports magazines, enjoys attending the St. Charles Writers Group, and is an avid cross country ski marathoner. The Widow's Son is his first published novel, and his mother is amazed that he has written something this good.

Bruce would love to return your messages as best he can. Email him at [e-mail]

Product Details

• Paperback: 387 pages
• Publisher: Gardenia Press (October 10, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 096788957X
• ISBN-13: 978-0967889573
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.6 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,126,830 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Poignant Tale with an Amazing Voice, February 19, 2006

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Donald J. Bingle "orphyte" (Saint Charles, IL USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Widow's Son (Paperback)

Told from the perspective of a 12 year old Jewish boy living in Skokie, Illinois, The Widow's Son is a compelling read. It is both melancholy and humorous. It is also filled with delightful memories of growing up in the 60's that truly reflect the perspective of the time and not our later, jaded, views of the past. Mr. Steinberg has a great literary talent for scene description and an excellent ear for voice. The feat of maintaining a consistent and engaging voice for Jeremy that conveys both innocence and wisdom is remarkable in itself, but even the more minor characters here have distinct and delightful voices of their own. Mr. Steinberg is a great and thoughtful writer. Donald J. Bingle, Author of Forced Conversion.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Poignant story of loss and healing...., May 7, 2003

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Terri DuLong "Lost Souls of the Witches' Castle" (New Port Richey, FL USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Widow's Son (Hardcover)

Although I purchased this book awhile ago, I just recently got to finish it. Poignant story of a boy's loss of his father and becoming a man. Told with sensitivity and humor, Steinberg invites the reader to share the emotions with his well written prose.
I spent my '60's in the Boston area, but Chicago didn't sound very different, and I enjoyed being taken back to a more innocent and kinder time in our society.
The Widow's Son is one such example.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Wonderfully Funny and Touching Book, March 4, 2003

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Cheryl (Burbank, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Widow's Son (Paperback)

The Widow's Son is a moving literary accomplishment. Mr. Steinberg has an amazing sense of humor in the face of sorrow. I many times found myself laughing and crying at the same time. I have recommended this book to many people, including my mother and they have all enjoyed as much as I have.