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Do Tell

an unputdownable tale of secrets and scandal set within the Golden Age of Hollywood
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In Do Tell by Lindsay Lynch, set in the backdrop of 1930s Hollywood, we follow a charismatic gossip columnist who becomes enmeshed in a scandal that threatens the underbelly of the film industry. As truths about the glamorous world begin to unravel, the novel explores themes of power, betrayal, and the price of fame within the Golden Age of cinema. This historical fiction delves into the complexities of personal ambition and media influence, weaving a compelling narrative without losing its period charm.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy richly detailed narratives set in Hollywood's golden age. It's perfect for those intrigued by the glamour, secrets, and complex dynamics of the film industry. With its vivid characters and captivating plot, it offers an immersive experience for fans of historical fiction with a touch of intrigue.

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A glamorous, gossipy, whip-smart and poignant vision of behind-the-scenes 1940s Hollywood, perfect for fans of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo and City of Girls.

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There's nothing stronger than a good story. But who gets to tell it?

Do Tell follows the story of a failed Hollywood actress, the keeper of Tinseltown's secrets, who is willing to risk it all.

When an explosive letter lands in her hands, it couldn't have come at a better time. She's an expiring Hollywood actress falling off the radar and out of favour with major studios.

The letter, written by a young starlet, alleges an assault by an A-list actor. Edie wastes no time sending it to print, buying herself a new career as Hollywood's reigning gossip columnist.

Edie has more power on the page than she ever commanded in front of the camera. But dealing in her former friends' secrets comes at a price. When her scoop transforms into the trial of the decade, Edie's decisions have the potential to ruin more than one life.

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Do Tell by Lindsay Lynch has garnered praise for its captivating portrayal of the Hollywood golden age. Readers appreciate its intricate narrative and vivid character development, highlighting Lynch's ability to weave historical elements with fiction seamlessly. The dialogue is noted for its wit and the plot for its intriguing mix of scandal and glamour.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781399707381

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 July 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder & Stoughton

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 242.0mm

Weight: 420g

Pages: 352

About the Author

Lindsay Lynch is a writer from Washington, DC. She is the author of the novel Do Tell, forthcoming from Doubleday Books in July 2023. Her work has appeared in The Adroit Journal, The Rumpus, Electric Lit, The Atlantic, The Offing and Lit Hub, among other places.

A longtime indie bookseller, she currently lives in Nashville, TN, where she works as a book buyer for Parnassus Books.

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