
It all started in 1991, when Israel, a forgotten and unsuccessful author trying to live from her glory days, took a signed letter and modified it to sell it as a rare collector’s item. The way she saw it, necessity pushed her into a life of crime. You’re desperate to save its life, but you literally can’t find a way to make some money, or at least, that’s what you think… What would you do? a) Swallow your pride and beg someone to lend you the money b) Take whatever job is available, even if it’s not in your field c) Sell some of your stuff or d) Become a criminal to get easy money.įor most of us, any of the first three options would be the logical answer, but not for Lee Israel.

You take it to the vet, praying that the doctor’s goodwill will save it, but you still owe them the previous bill, and they won’t treat your cat unless you pay at least half of that debt.

You’re way behind on your bills, and when you thought things couldn’t get any worse, your cat gets sick.
