J. D. O'Donnell, snubbed by Bellevue Avenue's "High Society" turns his attention to controlling Newport's lucrative lobster market. Acquiring wealth and political power he gains undisputed control over city government. He forces his will against anyone that dare oppose him with ruthless ferocity and remorseless cruelty. Little Joe Silvia and Ed Dugan assist O'Donnell in seeking revenge against Peter Zalomis a business rival, Tim Aldrich a crooked cop and LoChin the owner of the Hong Kong Restaurant. Chief of Police, Robert Sullivan and Sergeant Shay conspire with O'Donnell to get rid of his enemies once and for all. O'Donnell's son Leo, contrives to rid Little Joe's daughter Theresa of her virginity but Constance Silva has a plan of her own. | Newport by Edward T Duranty, Paperback | Indigo Chapters