Synopsis
The Speed of Darkness
Published by Samuel French Inc
3 Male 2 Female
Joe, a successful businessman and pillar of society whose chickens come home to roost in the form of Lou, a deranged Vietnam War buddy
During their confrontation, Joe learns that his daughter is not his daughter and the terrible secret of his past is exposed: his climb up the ladder of success began when he and Lou illegally dumped barrels and barrels of toxic waste over the bluff above town, poisoning the water supply
Lou kills himself, leaving Joe and his family to face the consequences of irresponsibility
"A gripping and enthralling evening" ~ N.Y. Times
"Must be seen" ~ USA Today
