Forward Motion: Planck discusses assignments with Buck
Buck, desperate to go to England and follow up on Dirk Burton's leads. Planck, desperate to have Buck cover the events fomenting in New York. "International monetarists setting the stage for one world currency .... Orthodox Jews from all over the world looking at rebuilding the temple ... Jewish Nationalist leaders interested in one world government ...." Buck notes "I'm being overrun by Jews." "Diamond John" sobriquet introduced for power behind the throne financier Jonathan Stonegal. We learn that Carpathia "was ruthless with his business competition .... [p]eople took dirt naps." Marge, unable to reach Dirk Burton, leaves him messages.
Spinning wheels
White knuckle drunk Rayford Steele reminisces on his alcohol fueled attempts at adultery 10 years prior to the events of the novel. Ruminates on his Hattie fixation. Totally disses Hattie when she calls, seeking comfort and support. (Ray to Hattie: "I really have to get off!") Dissed Hattie calls Buck, who provides distracted reassurances whilst, "rolling his eyes ... [pondering] how did he get into this lonely hearts club?"
Where were we?
Ray, still awaiting daughter Chloe's return. Buck, desperate to get some sleep before attending story assignment meeting. Marge, unable to reach Dirk in London. Buck, unable to reach Dirk in London. Hattie, unable to reach out to anyone who cares.
The takeaway:
Please, please take me away from these people. O sweet sweet Romanian dirtnap, envelop me in your musty embrace!
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