Novels by Isabelle Esling

Avi had his ultra-orthodox beliefs, but he also had a kind heart. He knew that he wasn't able to do much, because the whole community would go against him, but he wanted at least to give Ray a hint about what was going on before it was too late. Although he did not agree about Ray's politics and especially about the fact that he was non-observant of the holy Shabbat rest, Avi hated to see a man betrayed and trampled down. He hated gossips and backstabbing, and he knew he had to act promptly, so that Ray be able to heed his enemies.He used a pretext of being in difficulty with his electricity bills to set up an appointment at the town hall with the firm intention to pop up into Ray's office before his appointment.

His biggest enemies in town were a few integrist rabbis, with a tendency to Jewish ultra-orthodoxy. These ones regularly reproached him not to keep Shabbat with his family. According to their words, Ray was an enemy to Judaism. Little did they know that Ray applied many principles of Judaism in his daily life, but to them he was 'Ray the heathen, Ray the goy, Ray the traitor'. According to these 'medieval people', Ray was 'worse than a non-Jew'. These long-bearded rabbis in halachic clothes were constantly making attempts to sabotage Ray's brilliant work at the municipality. Ray's intent was to promote tourism, and of course, Saturday was one of the best days to organize activities, because many people were off and wanted to relax

Ray was feeling that he was on a way to hell. He had never been handcuffed during his whole life.Ray was placed into detention. The policeman was extremely rude to him, since Ray chose to remain silent. Ray was feeling the dryness inside of his mouth and cold sweat running from his back. He felt trapped like Kafka's hero in 'The Trial'.'May I call my wife? She had no idea about what happened to me!', Ray asked the policeman politely.''Sure, Mr Mayor...not that fierce anymore, huh? Tell your wife to get in touch with your lawyer, you will desperately need him. We DO have criminal charges against you!'

Ray was feeling that he was on a way to hell. He had never been handcuffed during his whole life.Ray was placed into detention. The policeman was extremely rude to him, since Ray chose to remain silent. Ray was feeling the dryness inside of his mouth and cold sweat running from his back. He felt trapped like Kafka's hero in 'The Trial'.'May I call my wife? She had no idea about what happened to me!', Ray asked the policeman politely.''Sure, Mr Mayor...not that fierce anymore, huh? Tell your wife to get in touch with your lawyer, you will desperately need him. We DO hav

A devilish plot was in the making and Ray was so much absorbed into his different activities that he completely forgot about about Avi's previous warning.If the figures were changed in the accountability and a few details about Ray's shareholds in Israel were modified to prove that he was using the municipality's funds to make profit abroad, a judge would consider opening some corruption charges trial against Ray.Richard congratulated himself, while sitting on his couch. This time, and thanks to his clever hacker team, he would not even need to use rumors. There would be facts

Each year, the municipality of Renovo was organizing a marathon. Ray had won the championship trice and he was preparing himself actively for the new competition that was ahead. Running was his passion and he was very good at it. Many citizens called the avid runner 'Champion' while crossing his path. Usually the keen jogger would wear a fluorescent T Shirt that contained a logo of his petrol company ( which gave some personality to his clothes), and some blue shorts, which increased his athletic looks.While practicing his sport, Ray was spreading his positive vibes towards anybody who would cross his way. His beautiful smile was just irresistible.Ray was the type of person who loved and lived his life to the fullest. Every day was an

As Anthony had warned Ray, he soon received a special delivery letter, which was a formal invitation to give a statement to the police about the recent argument opposing him to Trebbel.The affair would be judged into Court within two months, which left Ray a little bit of time to prepare his defense with Anthony's precious help. Ray was quite confident in winning his case, because of all the elements of defamation in Richard's articles. After all, Richard had started it, and the slap was only a reaction to Trebbel's provocation in a tense situation. Of course, this may tarnish his reputation as a mayor a little bit, but any normal man wouldn't allow a clown to ridicule his marriage.

'I really, really need to chill before Anthony shows up, Taly. I've done my jogging already. I find it so difficult right now to unwind. My muscles are so tense.''My sweet little teddybear', said Taly while gently kissing her husband's neck. 'I know the cure. Let me prepare you a delicious meal. In the meantime, go relax into the bubble bath. After our meal, I have a slight idea on how to detangle your muscles. Just relax, my Ray. We'll spend a wonderful afternoon together. If you had no idea of the seventh heaven, you will know...', Taly declared, blinking at Ray with a sweet smile on her face.

When Ray came back from his running session, he immediately prompted Taly to call Anthony Miller, a lawyer that had a strong reputation in town."Taly, sweetheart, while I am taking my shower, please call the attorney Anthony Miller. You will find his name in my agenda. Please do it with no delay. I won't let Trebbel write another trashy article like this one!""Ray, I am doing it straight away."

When Ray parked his car in front of his house, Taly was already waiting in front of the door. She was elegantly dressed in her multi ruffle hem dress."Wow, good looking, Mrs Caleb !", Ray told Taly with a huge smile in his face."I am taking you to your favorite Taco Bell restaurant at noon, but let us talk a little bit about Abby and Jonathan. So tell me, what is going on with the kids ?"

Avi had his ultra-orthodox beliefs, but he also had a kind heart. He knew that he wasn't able to do much, because the whole community would go against him, but he wanted at least to give Ray a hint about what was going on before it was too late. Although he did not agree about Ray's politics and especially about the fact that he was non-observant of the holy Shabbat rest, Avi hated to see a man betrayed and trampled down. He hated gossips and backstabbing, and he knew he had to act promptly, so that Ray be able to heed his enemies.

His biggest enemies in town were a few integrist rabbis, with a tendency to Jewish ultra-orthodoxy. These ones regularly reproached him not to keep Shabbat with his family. According to their words, Ray was an enemy to Judaism. Little did they know that Ray applied many principles of Judaism in his daily life, but to them he was "Ray the heathen, Ray the goy, Ray the traitor". According to these "medieval people", Ray was "

INTRODUCTIONLisa is sitting in the backyard of her immense mansion, with her newborn baby. She glances at her husband with a smile. Lisa's heart is filled with so much gratitude after all she has been through-in the name of love. Two years have passed