Triburbia

It almost takes an act of courage to write about very rich characters these days – particularly when they’re not only rich but also vapid. Any author who tries runs the risk of having his or her characters labeled “unlikeable.” And indeed, these Tribeca neighbors – a sound engineer, a sculptor, a top......more

Just a week or so ago I reviewed Motherland, a satirical exploration of parenthood and relationships in upper class Brooklyn. Triburbia is set just across the East River in Manhattan with a near identical premise and unfortunately I didn't enjoy this novel any more than I did the other. Loosely conne......more

It’s not often that I’m truly saddened by reaching the last page of a book, but that was the case with Triburbia. Karl Taro Greenfeld has so winningly introduced me to the well-to-do residents of Tribeca, made me privy to their private thoughts, hopes and aspirations that I’m reluctant to let them g......more

This novel is written as a collection of what could be called short stories but are more like portraits of different individuals living in Tribeca. Most are affluent due to luck or circumstance, and some are not very likable, but they are all believable. The careful reader is rewarded as characters......more

A quick literary read where absolutely nothing happens.......more