{"product_id":"the-gown-9781472262677","title":"The Gown","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cfont size=\"+1\"\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for anyone who''s captivated by \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Crown, The Gown\u003c\/i\u003e ''will dazzle and \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003edelight''\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003ci\u003e(Independent)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Gown\u003c\/i\u003e is an enthralling historical novel about one of the most famous wedding dresses of the twentieth century - Queen Elizabeth''s wedding gown - and the fascinating women who made it. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eLondon, 1947: \u003c\/i\u003eBesieged by a harsh winter, burdened by shortages and rationing, the people of post-war Britain are suffering despite their nation''s recent victory. For Ann Hughes and Miriam Dassin, embroiderers at the famed Mayfair fashion house of Norman Hartnell, a glimmer of brightness comes in the form of their unlikely friendship and being chosen for a once-in-a-lifetime honour: taking part in the creation of Princess Elizabeth''s wedding gown.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003eToronto, 2016: \u003c\/i\u003eHeather Mackenzie seeks to unravel the mystery of a legacy from her late grandmother. How did \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eThe Gown\u003c\/i\u003e, Jennifer Robson illuminates with her signature meticulous historical detail and sure voice the story behind Queen Elizabeth's wedding dress. Through the friendship of dressmakers Ann and Miriam, and the modern day mystery of a set of embroidered flowers, readers are drawn into an unforgettable story of friendship, hardship and hope. \u003cb\u003eRobson has managed to craft a story that is personal and universal, timely and timeless.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ci\u003e The Gown\u003c\/i\u003e soars! -- Pam Jenoff, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e bestselling author\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA moving story about the power of female friendship\u003c\/b\u003e and renewal in the face of adversity. Like the good luck sprig of heather hidden amid the embroidery on Princess Elizabeth's wedding dress, this story promises secrets and lives that bloom in unlikely ways. \u003cb\u003ePerfect for fans of \u003ci\u003eThe Crown\u003c\/i\u003e!\u003c\/b\u003e -- Lauren Willig\u003cbr\u003eEmbroidering a magical moment in royal history, Robson tells \u003cb\u003ea heartrending story of friendship, loss, love, and redemption\u003c\/b\u003e. -- Leslie Carroll, author of \u003ci\u003eAmerican Princess: The Love Story of Meghan Markle and Prince Harry\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRobson delivers a satisfying multi-generational epic ... Robson's meticulous attention to historical details - notably the intricacies of the embroidery work - is a wonderful complement to the memorable stories of Ann and Miriam, making for a winning, heartwarming tale * Publishers Weekly starred review *\u003cbr\u003eRobson deftly weaves issues of class, trauma, romance, and female friendship with satisfying details of Ann and Miriam's craft. This unique take on the royal wedding will be an easy sell to fans of Netflix's \u003ci\u003eThe Crown\u003c\/i\u003e and a sure bet for readers of women-centered historical fiction by Kate Morton, Kate Quinn, or Susanna Kearsley * Booklist starred review *\u003cbr\u003eRobson vividly brings to life these three women's struggles. Historical details about fabric, embroidery, and the royal family are well incorporated into their stories, with light romance rounding out this charming work of historical fiction * Library Journal *\u003cbr\u003e...meticulous attention to the historical detail of post-World War II London... A fascinating glimpse into the world of design, the healing power of art, and the importance of women's friendships * Kirkus *\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Headline Publishing Group","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48739441181015,"sku":"9781472262677","price":9.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9781472262677.jpg?v=1720052253","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/the-gown-9781472262677","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}