New York: Norton, 1990. dj. Hardcover first edition - First novel by this award winning poet, described as 'a coming of age novel with sharp edge of film noir.. a closely observed and intricate comedy of manners, from working class New England to the old money of New York's Gramercy Park .. a book as smart, dangerous and winning as the femme fatale at its heart.'. ISBN: 0-393-028216.