An American Kiss is David Schickler's first book. The heroes of the novel are residents of New York, ordinary people at first glance, but each with their own characteristics. Precise, vivid details, interesting characters, and an exciting plot made the book a success. * * * “An American Kiss” is a collection of original, fascinating stories about New York, united by a common plot. The characters in the book are residents of Primpton, an old-fashioned and fashionable residential complex, ordinary people at first glance, but each with their own characteristics. Eccentric millionaire Patrick, who ties naked women to beds; nymphomaniac Hannah; the modest accountant James Branch, who fell in love with the writer Rally, one of Patrick’s friends; teacher Douglas, who was invited to the student’s family and made an unequivocal offer... Precise, vivid details, interesting characters, and an exciting plot ensured the book’s success in the USA. Now Russian readers will be able to get acquainted with it.