Under the Influence: A Novel: Joyce Maynard: 9781504611640

The New York Times bestselling author of Labor Day and After Her returns with a poignant story about the true meaning -- and the true price -- of friendship in "Helen's Friends".

Alcohol cost Helen her marriage and custody of David, her seven-year-old son.

As she recovers from her addiction, she spends her evenings checking out profiles on an online dating site.

When she meets Ava and Swift Havilland, the vulnerable Helen is instantly enchanted by their wealthy, connected philanthropist lifestyle.

However, as Helen increasingly falls under their influence, Ava and Swift hire a good lawyer to help her regain custody of her son.

But the debt Helen owes them is about to come due.

Will Helen choose between the truth and the friends who have given her everything? Read more reviews in "Helen's Friends" and discover the true meaning of friendship, right and wrong, and the lengths to which some will go to protect their self-interest.