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A Certain Appeal

By Vanessa King
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A Certain Appeal by Vanessa King is a contemporary romance novel set against the vibrant backdrop of a bustling burlesque club in Manhattan. It follows Liz Bennet, a stage manager with a knack for snark, as she navigates her feelings towards a handsome and aloof gentleman, Will Darcy, who unexpectedly steps into her world. Amidst glamorous performances and snappy dialogue, a compelling romantic tension develops as past missteps and personal misunderstandings unfold.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to modern retellings with a vibrant twist, particularly those set against the lively backdrop of a New York City burlesque scene. This romance offers sparkling dialogue and engaging characters, making it perfect for readers who adore witty banter and unexpected love stories.

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A Certain Appeal

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A Certain Appeal is a sparkling contemporary retelling of Pride and Prejudice set in the tantalising world of New York City burlesque, perfect for fans of The Kiss Quotient and The Roommate.

After a betrayal derailed her interior design career, Liz Bennet found a fresh start in New York. Now an executive assistant by day and stage kitten by night, she's discovered a second home with the performers at Meryton, Manhattan's top-tier burlesque venue. Love's the last thing on her mind when she locks eyes with Will Darcy across the crowded club, yet the spark between them is undeniable—that is, until she overhears the uptight wealth manager call her merely "tolerable."

Bennet is determined to write Darcy off, but once their besties fall head-over-heels, they're thrown into each other's orbit again and again. Each encounter begins to feel more heated than the last, but is their chemistry enough to topple that terrible first impression?

What's more, when a charming newcomer arrives on the scene with accusations against Darcy, and a sudden development leaves Meryton's fate in jeopardy, Bennet will have to decide who to trust in time to salvage her design dreams, her heart, and the stage she shares with her found family...

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A Certain Appeal by Vanessa King offers a modern and playful retelling of Pride and Prejudice set in the vibrant world of New York City burlesque. Reviews highlight the novel's fresh voice, charming characters, and saucy humour, creating a steamy, contemporary romance with nods to Austen's original. The book is praised for its witty reinterpretation, clever Easter eggs, and vivid depiction of the burlesque scene, making it appealing to both Austen fans and newcomers alike.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780593330715

Publisher: Penguin Putnam Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 November 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Penguin Putnam Inc

Audience: General / adult

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Width: 139.0mm

Height: 209.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 352

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About the Author

Vanessa King spent two years in the New York City burlesque scene and has the glitter in her pumps to prove it. A Certain Appeal is her debut novel and love letter to the dynamic, sexy world of twirling tassels and eyelash glue. When not writing, she enjoys reading, wielding a glue gun, and the contrast of red nails against a chrome barbell. She lives in Colorado with her husband and daughter.

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