“Best debut novel of romantic privilege and perils since This Side of Paradise, and best ironic novel of the North Shore–the gilded one, Long Islandsince The Great Gatsby. Like his Octopus, Dorson’s tale will grab you; you won’t escape, but you will expire with a smile.”Charles Scribner III, author of The Shadow of God
“Dorson boasts the perspective and talent to chronicle the elite of New York, from their sanctums on the Upper East Sidethink Dorrian’s and JG Melonto their enclaves on Long Island. The book offers an irreverent, snappy portrayal of a world where black-tie is more common than blue jeans, and people care about where you prepped.” Elizabeth Brown, Quest Magazine
The Catcher in the Rye meets Bright Lights, Big City.”Christopher Beha, author of Arts & Entertainments