Gordon ( New York magazine) conducted 230 interviews for the book and interweaves Astor family history with insights provided by Astor’s family, friends, caregivers, and servants.
Davey, writing for Library Journal: "This is a behind-the-scenes account of the scandal sparked when the grandson of world-famous philanthropist Brooke Astor sued his father for neglecting to properly care for his grandmother. Here is the New York Times Sunday Book Review of the book. After that trial, a Will contest trial will begin over certain estate planning documents signed by Brooke." And the battle has now carried over into the criminal arena, as Anthony is currently on trial and charged with stealing from his mother. The story should be interesting to anyone who likes a lurid tale that’s well-told, but it has special interest to those interested in estate planning and related fields."Īnd closes with: "Interestingly enough, although Brooke has been dead almost two years, the battle over her estate is just beginning. Astor Regrets, by Meryl Gordon.Īttorney Schoenmeyer says: "I just finished reading Meryl Gordon’s book Mrs. Schoenmeyer wrote an excellent review of Mrs.
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