Cathryn Damon

Linked by two sisters, the wealthy Tates and blue-collar Campbells grapple with illegitimate offspring, whacko war vets, sex reassignments and murder.

The life of two newlyweds is turned upside down by the prospect of impending parenthood and the responsibility involved in having a baby.

To beat inflation and subsidize their alimony checks, three suburban housewives plot to steal $1 million from a display in a local shopping center.