Confessions of a Falling Woman

<p>Ten masterworks of short fiction--by turns tender comic powerful and devastating--from the highly praised author of <em>The Madonnas of Leningrad </em></p><p>A surprised Southern matriarch is confronted by her family at an intervention. . . . A life-altering breakin triggers insomniac introspection in a desperate actor. . . . Streetwise New York City neighbors let down their guard for a naïve puppeteer and must suffer the consequences. . . . <br/>In this stunning collection of short stories--five of which are being published for the very first time bestselling award-winning author Debra Dean displays the depth and magnitude of her literary talent. Replete the seamless storytelling and captivating lyrical voice that made her debut novel The Madonnas of Leningrad a national bestseller <em>Dean's Confessions of a Falling Woman</em> is a haunting satisfying and unforgettable reading experience. </p><p>A novel that dares to be beautiful--and fully succeeds.--<em>Daily Mail</em> (London)</p>