All This Could Be Yours

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"If I know why they are the way they are, then maybe I can learn why I am the way I am," reflects Alex Tuchman as she confronts her father's legacy on his deathbed. A strong-headed lawyer, devoted mother, and loving sister, Alex embarks on a journey to uncover the truth about her father, Victor, a power-hungry real estate developer known for his ruthless ways. Traveling to New Orleans, she aims to pry answers from her evasive mother, Barbra, who reminisces about her tumultuous life with Victor. Meanwhile, Alex's brother Gary is preoccupied with his aspirations in Los Angeles, while his wife, Twyla, spirals into a nervous breakdown, obsessively buying lipstick and succumbing to emotional outbursts. The family's dysfunction reaches a peak as each member grapples with Victor's shadowy past. They must navigate their complex relationships and find a path forward for themselves and their children. This narrative offers a poignant exploration of the impact of a toxic patriarch and the generational webs of abuse that can ensnare a family. With her signature sparkling prose and incisive wit, the author delves into a crucial subject of our time, illuminating the struggle to break free from the past.