{"product_id":"mid-century-melee-mid-century-series","title":"Mid-Century Melee (Mid-Century Series)","description":"Palm Springs never looked so vibrant—or so dangerous.\n\nJoin one of the premier families of Palm Springs as they gather to celebrate their patriarch's business and philanthropic legacy. But the media photos don’t reveal what lies behind the designer sunglasses and flawless smiles—a ruthless three-generation battle for control of the family’s interests.\n\nHank, the half brother desperate to belong and Spencer, the entitled new president.\nWilliam and Adela, aging siblings battling to maintain control.\nRobert, the elusive patriarch and founder.\n\nOld wounds resurface. New alliances form. Some seek their true selves—others turn identity into a weapon.\nPeer behind the privacy walls and security gates to witness a family’s unraveling as they weaponize, resist, and inherit the patterns that shaped them. Mid-Century Melee is a riveting tale of the search for legacy, love, and survival. Tensions rise and motivations are questioned until some members inevitably get cropped out of the picture.\n\nPerfect for fans of family dynasties, dark secrets, and sun-drenched scandals.\n\nThis modern-day family saga is Succession with individuals searching for trust and love. Enjoy a contemporary mashup of King Lear and television’s Dynasty or if the characters from This is Us and Yellowstone lived in Palm Springs while fighting for control of the family interests. Mid-Century Melee follows this influential family as they fight each other for power while seeking connection. Join in as they search for true self while battling their past and outside influences. To what level must a family member reach to be considered reliable or to be an enemy? At the same time how does this apply to the quest for love and relationships? What in life is worth taking a risk or investing energy?\n\nThis is a generational tale where hidden stories are revealed and perceived weaknesses are exploited or leveraged into strength. Follow transformational journeys for self-acceptance and authenticity while letting go of the past or hanging on too tightly with a strangling grip.\u003cbr\u003eASIN: B0FKXS7LBR\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: BVV.B0FKXS7LBR.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:George, Tony V.\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact  including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Blue Vase Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43612227633213,"sku":"BVV.B0FKXS7LBR.G","price":12.27,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/4225\/9261\/files\/B0FKXS7LBR-0.jpg?v=1789254610","url":"https:\/\/www.bluevasebooks.com\/products\/mid-century-melee-mid-century-series","provider":"Blue Vase Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}