What might seem like fantasy to the average reader is reality to Yuri Kagan, or at least it was when he was living the dream life in San Francisco's Castro District bartending at one of the area's hottest spots. Welcome to the Castro everyone thinks they know, but they really don't.
"Vodka & Limelight" is a coming of age, fictitious memoir comprised of short stories that offer an inside look at the glamorous—and often unglamorous—Castro night scene. Beyond the entertaining stories lie a poignant look at life told from Yuri's perspective. See how bartending gave Yuri a voice and drove him to standup comedy. His thoughts are captivating, hilarious, at times heartbreaking, and always honest. Through his stories you'll easily fall in love with this funny, gay, Russian Jew. This book is edgy, fresh, fun and a great read!
