* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * brian was still very shaky and weak , but his assignment was a welcome diversion.the drive to sanderss ex-wifes house was not so far outside his comfort zone to evoke the usual pangs of driving phobia.brian had contacted the woman earlier and , although she did not sound thrilled about the idea of seeing him , she had agreed to nevertheless.brian found the house and pulled into the driveway.marlene sanders was waiting for him in the doorway .