Embark on a breathtaking journey through the complexities of family and illness in Mary Robison's Southern Gothic tale, 'One D.O.A., One on the Way.' Set against the sultry backdrop of New Orleans, the novel introduces us to Eve, a location scout for movie productions, who finds solace in the routine of her work. Married to Adam, she faces the upheaval of his grave illness and the spiraling dysfunction of his affluent, yet deeply troubled family. In the oppressive Louisiana heat, Eve navigates the turbulent waters of her marriage, the bitter resentment of Adam's twin brother Saunders, the volatile beauty of his wife Petal, and the fading innocence of her niece Collie. With a minimalist style that hits with the force of a revelation, Robison captures the nuances of a woman grappling with loyalty, secrecy, and the disintegration of the family she once knew.