Never love a stranger
Never Love a Stranger by Harold Robbins, published by New English Library in 1977, is a compelling narrative that explores the life of Francis “Frankie” Kane, who rises from his humble beginnings as an orphan in New York’s Hell’s Kitchen. This edition spans 379 pages and presents a gritty tale of ambition and moral ambiguity, as Frankie navigates a world defined by crime and desire, ultimately becoming one of the city’s most feared figures.
Readers will find a vivid portrayal of life in New York during and after the Great Depression, highlighting the harsh realities of a city dominated by syndicates. The novel delves into themes of power, sexuality, and the pursuit of wealth, reflecting the complexities of human nature and the choices that shape one’s destiny. Robbins’ debut work sets the stage for his prolific career, offering an unflinching look at a bygone era while engaging with the action and adventure that characterize his storytelling.
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Harold Robbins’ very first novel is also one of his most powerful. Never Love a Stranger tells the gritty and passionate tale of Francis “Frankie” Kane, from his meager beginnings as an orphan in New York’s Hell’s Kitchen. From that confused and belittling start, Frank works his way up, choosing the wrong side of the law to make a name for himself. At a young age, he becomes one of the city’s most dangerous men, indulging in his passion for power, sex, and the best things in life-whether or not they can be purchased. First published in 1948, the novel began Robbins’ prolific career after someone made him a $100 bet that he couldn’t write a bestseller. Twenty-six pot-boiling novels later, he proved the power of his words. Never Love a Stranger takes an unflinching look at a New York that’s long gone by-exposing life during and after the Great Depression, when the syndicate ruled the city without mercy.
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