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April Fools
Volume I: The Candidate
From childhood camaraderie to a world of clandestine agendas, Frank Lazarus unveils a gripping tale of ambition, personal weaknesses, and the perilous dance between friendship and deception. In suburban Philadelphia, Aaron Trachtman, Avi Golden, Billy Caldwell, and Tony Luciano forged a bond on the soccer field, pledging lifelong loyalty. But as years pass, their shared past becomes entangled in a web of secrets—secrets that could shatter their lives and rock nations.
When Aaron is unwittingly thrust into a U.S. Senate campaign, orchestrated by his closest allies, the stage is set for a tumultuous journey through corridors of power and darkness. As Aaron’s reluctance collides with the machinations of family, friends, and political operatives, the stakes soar to unprecedented heights.
In “April Fools: The Candidate,” Lazarus masterfully weaves a tale of suspense and intrigue, where loyalty is tested, and the truth is a perilous commodity. From the streets of Philadelphia to the highest echelons of government, the FBI, CIA, and a team of relentless investigators race against time to unravel the secrets that span borders and threaten to consume all in its path.
As secrets morph into international intrigue, and the specter of assassination looms large, “April Fools” catapults readers into a heart-pounding odyssey of suspense, where nothing is as it seems, and the price of trust may be higher than anyone dares to imagine. Brace yourself for a roller coaster ride of betrayal, redemption, and the ultimate test of friendship, in Frank Lazarus’s electrifying thriller.
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The Murder Gambit
A Novel
An unexplained death in a nursing home.
A man falls from a balcony.
A hit and run in the middle of a city street.
An execution in a home.
A woman collapses dead after a date.
Five murders. Five methods. Five police jurisdictions.
What’s the connection?
Philadelphia-area detectives are under pressure to solve the murders while dealing with their issues.
Is THE MURDER GAMBIT a Shakespearean tragedy or a sinister reality?
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The Phenom
A Brown & McNeil Murder Mystery
Get ready for a thrilling ride through the gritty streets of Philadelphia.
Even before he has played his first game in high school, it would seem nothing can stop Bo Campbell’s meteoric rise to stardom in the basketball world. In Philadelphia, people are already comparing him to his Overbrook High School predecessor, Wilt Chamberlain.
But his dreams are suddenly shattered when he is arrested for the murder of his best friend, Sherman Claxton.
Detective Vernon Brown, and James McNeil, his friend and Bo’s grandfather, search for the truth, but James goes rogue, and soon finds himself in the dangerous underbelly of the Philadelphia drug sub-culture, where the stakes are high and it’s hard to tell who’s friend and who’s foe.
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Recruiting Murder
Lenny Goldstein & his company, Future Stars, evaluate high school and collegiate basketball talent and sell their rankings to colleges and NBA teams respectively.
From its humble beginnings in 1975, Future Stars had grown into a behemoth; with fifteen NBA teams and seventy-eight colleges paying subscriptions for his rankings.
Lenny is semi-retired these days, with his son and son-in-law running the business until he gets a call from an old buddy in Newport News, who wants him to come look at a high school kid , Lincoln Anderson in Emporia, Virginia. He believes this Anderson kid has been overlooked by everyone, including Future Stars.
Concurrently, Lenny gets a call from an old buddy, the iconic coach of Duke University, to see what he knows about the college decision of Tyler Longenecker, Future Star’s #5 ranked high school senior from a premier prep school in the tony Boston suburbs.
All seems to be going on script until graduation, when both Lincoln and Tyler are involved with a death and a roofie rape. Suddenly, Lenny’s getting calls about both kids.
Lincoln’s family is related to James McNeil in Philly and they call him for help. James and his buddy, Detective Vernon Brown of the Philly PD, jump into the car and head South on I-95.
Can the two Sleuths from The Murder Gambit and The Phenom put these two puzzles together before college starts in September?
Once again, Author Frank Lazarus has produced a gripping, suspenseful story that will keep you off Netflix for a day or two.
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103 First Dates
At the age of sixty, Frank Lazarus finds himself thrust into the unpredictable world of dating after his wife of twenty-five years files for divorce. What follows is a seven-year journey filled with laughter, tears, and profound self-discovery as Frank navigates the ups and downs of modern romance.
In “103 First Dates,” Frank shares his remarkable tale with humor, emotion, and insight, chronicling each of his encounters with potential soulmates. From awkward blind dates set up by well-meaning friends to navigating the bewildering landscape of online dating, Frank’s social calendar becomes as busy as that of a one-armed paper hanger.
As he delves into the world of swipes, profiles, and first impressions, Frank’s experiences offer a relatable and entertaining glimpse into the trials and triumphs of finding love later in life. His story resonates with anyone who has dipped their toes into the waters of online dating or who has contemplated the prospect, as well as those happily ensconced in long-term relationships, grateful to avoid the pitfalls of modern courtship.
Switching genres from his previous works, including “The Murder Gambit,” “The Phenom,” and “Recruiting Murder,” Frank Lazarus captivates readers with his candid and compelling narrative. “103 First Dates” is more than just a chronicle of romantic escapades—it’s a testament to the resilience of the human heart and the enduring hope for love, no matter one’s age or circumstances.
With its blend of humor, emotion, and wisdom, “103 First Dates” is sure to captivate readers, leaving them laughing, crying, and cheering on Frank’s quest for a second chance at love.
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