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The Magnolia Palace is a tantalizing novel filled with secrets, betrayal, and murder within one of New York City’s most impressive Gilded Age mansions. Follow the lives of two women, Lillian and Veronica, separated by nearly fifty years, as they navigate the scandalous Frick family and their empire. With a web of romantic trysts, stolen jewels, and family drama, the stakes for both women may be life or death.
"Stories from Suffragette City" is a powerful and moving collection of short stories written by some of the most captivating voices in historical fiction. Set on a single day in 1915, over a million women marched for the right to vote in New York City. Each story paints a unique portrait of a time when women's voices were silenced, but their fight for equality echoed into a force strong enough to break even the most stubborn of glass ceilings. Featuring works from leading authors such as Kristin Hannah, Lisa Wingate, Steve Berry, and more, this collection is a must-read for anyone who loves stories of hope, strength, and resilience.
Nueva York, 1913. Laura Lyons no puede pedirle más a la vida: es la esposa del superintendente de la Biblioteca Pública de Nueva York, situada en la célebre Quinta Avenida, donde viven junto a sus dos hijos. Además, acaba de ser admitida en la facultad de periodismo de Columbia, una de las únicas mujeres en lograrlo. Un día y de forma misteriosa, empiezan a desaparecer de la biblioteca valiosos ejemplares, lo que convertirá a Laura y su familia en los principales sospechosos de los robos.
Nueva York, 1993. Sadie Donovan trabaja como curadora de libros antiguos en la misma biblioteca en la que vivió su abuela, la célebre ensayista Laura Lyons, pionera del feminismo en los Años Veinte. Sadie ha ocultado su parentesco con la escritora, pero cuando la biblioteca se enfrenta a una oleada de robos de manuscritos, sus pesquisas la llevarán a bucear en su pasado familiar, y sacarán a la luz la verdad acerca del mayor misterio de la historia de la Biblioteca.
Experience the electrifying drama of 1950s New York in a stunning new novel that explores the treacherous political climate of the era. Follow two determined women as they navigate the creative oasis of the iconic Chelsea Hotel and grapple with the devastating consequences of Senator Joseph McCarthy's witch hunt for communists in the entertainment industry. Spanning two decades, this novel delivers an unforgettable look at female friendship, the complexities of creativity, and the lure of the Chelsea Hotel.
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Grand Central Terminal in this novel by Fiona Davis. Follow the stories of Clara Darden and Virginia Clay, two women who are separated by fifty years, but connected by their passion for art and their determination to leave their mark on the world. Witness Clara's struggles as a female artist in 1928 and Virginia's quest to uncover the mysteries surrounding Clara's disappearance in 1931. Davis's book brings to life the glamour and decay of the terminal while exploring powerful themes of art, love, and perseverance.
Travel back in time to 1884 London and New York with this captivating story of ambition, love, and social class. Follow Sara Smythe, a former servant turned head housekeeper, as she lands a job at the grand New York apartment house, The Dakota. With the chance to rise above her station and become the first female manager, Sara navigates a world of opportunity and complexity, including her complicated feelings for one of the architects, Theodore Camden, who lives in The Dakota with his family. Fiona Davis’ The Address is a must-read for anyone who enjoys historical fiction and stories of self-discovery.
A debut novel that transports readers to the glamorous Barbizon Hotel for Women in 1950s New York, where a generation of ambitious young women fight to make it big. A modern-day journalist becomes obsessed with uncovering a dark secret from the hotel's past, leading to unexpected consequences for both women. With themes of ambition, romance, addiction, and redemption, this compelling story will keep readers hooked until the shocking truth is finally revealed.