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The author of Park Avenue Summer throws back the curtain on one of the most remarkable feuds in history—Alva Vanderbilt and Mrs. Astor's notorious battle for control of New York society during the Gilded Age.
The USA Today Bestseller!
Named one of 2021's Most Anticipated Historical Novels by Oprah Daily, SheReads, Frolic, BookReporter, and more...
In the glittering world of Manhattan's upper crust, women are valued by their pedigree, dowry, and, most importantly, connections. They have few rights and even less independence—what they do have is society. The more celebrated the hostess, the more powerful the woman. And none is more powerful than Caroline Astor—the Mrs. Astor.
But times are changing.
Alva Vanderbilt has recently married into one of America's richest families. But what good is dizzying wealth when society refuses to acknowledge you? Alva, who knows what it is to have nothing, will do whatever it takes to have everything.
Sweeping three decades and based on true events, this is the mesmerizing story of two fascinating, complicated women going head to head, behaving badly, and discovering what's truly at stake.
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Renée Rosen's The Social Graces explores the intense rivalry between Alva Vanderbilt and Mrs. Astor in Gilded Age New York, blending rich historical context with engaging storytelling. Reviews praise Rosen's skilful portrayal of whip-smart women, her meticulous research, and the blend of keen insights and humour that brings high society and its intrigues vividly to life. The novel has been acclaimed for its expressive prose and vibrant character development, making it a captivating read for lovers of historical fiction.
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ISBN: 9781984802811
Publisher: Penguin Adult
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 20 April 2021
Country: United States
Imprint: Pamela Dorman Books
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 139.0mm
Height: 209.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 416
About the Author
Renee Rosen is the bestselling author of Park Avenue Summer, Windy City Blues, White Collar Girl, What the Lady Wants and Dollface. She is also the author of Every Crooked Pot, a YA novel published in 2007. Renee lives in Chicago.
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