Lorna,

About the Book

As a 350 pound semi-recluse with a penchant for testicular blackmail, Lorna Questo’s life is simple and cheerless. Her world is populated by invidious twin brothers, a gay business partner, Boy Scouts and a host of family malcontents. Romance doesn’t come readily to a woman who crushes seats, establishes eating records and can render a grown man totally helpless. Frank Treble’s past is sprinkled with lies and garnished by tales of sordid sex. Lorna doesn’t care. Having been at the mercy of a thin society that decried her as a freak, she quickly welcomes Frank into her heart. Frank gives her love and endless possibilities. The birth of the Treble’s first child, the discovery of Lorna’s poetry, the “feel good” 1980’s conspire to change their lives irreparably.

About the Author

Al Lauer was born in Philadelphia and educated at the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. Happenstance landed him a teaching position in a mental health facility. Thus inspired, he received his master’s degree in special education. The father of four multi-talented boys, Lauer retired from public school education after thirty-seven years. He is currently fulfilling two life long dreams, the first as a writer, the second, as an adjunct professor at West Chester University. He resides in Lower Makefield, Pennsylvania.