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Oscar Wilde once said that the only real tragedy in life is getting what you want. Ben Bradford, the protagonist of Douglas Kennedy's new novel,The Big Picture, is living proof of that adage. At the start of Kennedy's novel, Ben Bradford would appear to have it all: a beautiful wife, a big suburban home, two kids and a partnership in a prestigious New York law firm. But Ben's heart lies neither with his family nor his career. Instead, he dreams of being a photographer, and when he discovers his wife is having an affair with the man next door--who happens to be a photographer--Ben snaps and commits an act that will commithimto a whole new way of life, forever.
Kennedy threads his tale of obsession, murder, and identity with themes that resonate strongly today: what compromises are worth making? What sacrifices require too much?The Big Pictureis both a thriller and a cautionary tale concerning the complexities of modern life.
This is the one This is the book that after I read it I had to share with friends. I "lent" it to a co-worker and last I heard it went to four others. I have never seen it again, it's been years but I wish I had a ccpy to glance at now and then.
Loved this Book! I have read this book several times, every time I am faced with a major choice in my life. I love the way that making choices so often have unintended consequences, and I love how the plot unfurls. I have bought copies for many friends, and they have all loved it too.A riveting tale of suspense The central character, Ben Bradford, seems to have it all. A beautiful wife, a big suburban home, two kids and a partnership in a prestigious New York Wall Street Law Firm. But neither he nor his wife seem to understand that. Instead of enjoying and being grateful for what they have, they still pine for what could have been. He as a photographer and her as a novelist. His wife blames him for everything that has happened in their life. And he accepts that blame and lets it tear him up internally. This leads to a very tense household which seems to drive Ben into an early midlife crisis and his wife into the arms of a neighbor.
Ben finally confronts his wifes lover which unexpectantly turns ugly. We see how one impulsive act can change your life in an instance. And you are left with a decision. Do you stand up and face the consequences of your actions? Or do you run and hide, forever looking over your shoulder?
Once you start to read this book, you will want to keep reading until you finish it. I read it in one day.
