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Book Synopsis''Perfect for fans of The Crown and Downton Abbey '' Hazel Gaynor, bestselling author of The Last Lifeboat
''A breathtakingly glamorous and escapist read'' Irish Times
Kathleen ''Kick'' Kennedy, recently arrived from Boston, is already a huge hit in 1930s London society. As the daughter of the US ambassador, she is at the centre of the most elite social circles. But when she falls for a duke-in-waiting, she realises there are plenty of people who think she doesn''t belong.
Lady Brigid Guinness has no interest in love, marriage or society connections. But her brother-in-law Chips Channon has other ideas - and seems intent on pushing her towards a match with a dull German prince.
When Chips invites the Kennedys and a select group of friends and family to Kelvedon Hall, his country estate, Brigid and Kick discover that beneath the brittle facade of politeness, marriages are on the rocks, political intrigue abounds an
Trade Review
This is a captivating story of high society, forbidden love and a world on the cusp of change from the bestselling author of the Guinness Girls series * Irish Country Magazine *
An utterly captivating insight into these fascinating women and the times they lived in ... it's an absolute page-turner * Irish Independent *
Masterfully and glamorously told ... essential reading for history and gossip lovers alike * Sunday Business Post *
Fans of Downton Abbey will adore this * Sunday Times *
Gripping ... this dramatic novel takes us into the heart of their privileged, beautiful and often painful hidden world * Irish Country Magazine *
Another absorbing and glamorous page-turner from Hourican * The Gloss Magazine *
A breathtakingly glamorous and escapist read, with all of the natural drama of two wealthy dynasties set against the backdrop of war * The Irish Times *
Full of rich details and dizzying descriptions worthy of Downton, it's a really enjoyable piece of escapism * Womans Way *
