Blue Heaven

Blue Heaven by Joe Keenan, published by Penguin Books in 1988, is a novel that follows the escapades of Gilbert Selwyn, an unemployed gay schemer, and his fiancée, Moira Finch, who is equally cunning. This edition spans 279 pages and is presented in English, offering readers a comedic narrative set in contemporary New York. The story revolves around their elaborate scheme to stage a wedding and abscond with a fortune in wedding gifts, showcasing the dynamics of their relationships with friends and family.

Readers will find a humorous exploration of ambition and deception as Gilbert and Moira navigate their plan, drawing inspiration from the comedic styles of P.G. Wodehouse and Preston Sturges. The narrative unfolds with wit and cleverness, highlighting the unlikely partnership of the main characters as they engage in their outrageous plot. Blue Heaven presents a blend of fiction that captures the essence of scheming and the pursuit of wealth through unconventional means.