Vogue meets Daisy Jones & The Six . . . with incisive observations about womens roles as muse and inspiration - and what price they pay when they dare to create for themselves KATE QUINN Immersive and rich Womans Day An intricate story about three generations of women striving to make their mark in the high fashion industry Who Weekly Paris 1917: Parentless sixteen-year-old Mizza Bricard makes a vow: to be remembered on her own terms. This promise drives her through couture houses until finally a fashion legend is created - one that will endure for generations. New York 1970: Designer Astrid Bricard arrives in Chelsea ready to change the fashion world. And she does - but cast in the role of muse to her lover. Just as Astrids star is finally poised to ascend in its own right she vanishes leaving behind only a white silk gown. French Countryside Present Day: Blythe Bricard is the daughter of fashions most infamous 70s power couple but she turned her back on that world years ago. Fate however has other plans as Blythe discovers there is more to her iconic family - and herself - than she ever knew. Lester is an author at the top of her game here - this is her best yet. Existing fans will adore this novel. New readers will be looking for Lesters backlist Better Reading Mystery secrets thwarted desire romance and intrigue. I was hooked BELINDA ALEXANDRA Fabulous settings fashion glamour and strong women . . . I couldnt put it down TANIA BLANCHARD A powerhouse novel . . . With more dazzle than a 70s disco ball and a great deal of heart Lester explores and champions female power in the modern world CHRISTINE WELLS A book of richness and depth and impeccable research . . . brimming with intrigue and mystery Books+Publishing
