Can't We Be Friends : A Novel of Ella Fitzgerald and Marilyn Monroe
Can't We Be Friends : A Novel of Ella Fitzgerald and Marilyn Monroe
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Author(s): Knight, Eliza
ISBN No.: 9780063282902
Pages: 384
Year: 202403
Format: Trade Paper
Price: $ 26.21
Dispatch delay: Dispatched between 7 to 15 days
Status: Available

"Perfect for fans of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo.a dazzling depiction of passion, prohibition, and murder set in the night club scene of 1925 Chicago." -- Shelf Awareness on Denny S. Bryce's Wild Women and the Blues "The music practically pours out of the pages of Denny S. Bryce's historical novel, set among the artists and dreamers of the 1920s." -- OprahMag.com on Wild Women and the Blues "All the glitz and glamour of Jazz Age Chicago, along with all the mob violence, is artfully described by the Bryce in this richly told, historical fiction debut." -- Booklist on Wild Women and the Blues "The Mayfair Bookshop is a moving, touching tale of a Bright Young Thing turned bookseller/author and her quest to find fulfillment, inspiration, and love in the chaos of the WWII home front.


Eliza Knight brings Nancy Mitford to life as an appealing and uncertain young heroine in the days before she is burnished by fame and success--you cannot help but cheer her toward her destiny!" -- Kate Quinn "Just as Adele Astaire received standing ovations for her performances, so too does Eliza Knight deserve to be similarly acclaimed for this book. I can't believe I'd never heard of this incredible woman and I loved how the novel shone a well-deserved spotlight on this less famous but exceptionally talented Astaire sibling. Bravo Eliza Knight--and please take a bow. You've written a showstopper of a story." -- Natasha Lester, New York Times bestselling author of The Paris Orphan "Starring Adele Astaire peels back the layers on Adele Astaire's life beyond the stage while highlighting how ferociously an intrepid dreamer must fight for an edge into the spotlight. Eliza Knight's in-depth research brings these stories to life in exquisite, vibrant detail that will captivate readers everywhere." -- Madeline Martin, New York Times and international bestselling author "Long before Ginger Rogers came along, Fred Astaire's dance partner was his sister Adele who positively dazzles in Eliza Knight's latest work of historical fiction. We follow the spirited Adele from New York to London and beyond as she takes a young dancer under her wing.


As their friendship grows, the women learn to juggle fame, love, loss and the devastation of war. Knight's fan will surely appreciate how she once again seamlessly weaves her research into this rich tale, delivering another winner!" -- Renee Rosen, USA Today bestselling author of The Social Graces "A romantic and moving love letter to bibliophiles everywhere, The Mayfair Bookshop offers a testament to the magic and power of books and bookstores to shine light on our darkest hours. Beautifully written and featuring a colorful cast of characters and delightful cameos, this historical novel is not to be missed." -- Laura Kamoie, New York Times bestselling author of My Dear Hamilton and America's First Daughter "A fascinating view of a pivotal moment in history told from the perspective of an extraordinary woman at the heart of it all. Filled with intrigue, heartbreak, passion, and daring, Eliza Knight beautifully celebrates the life and influence of Nancy Mitford. Vivid and unforgettable!" -- Chanel Cleeton, New York Times & USA Today bestselling author of The Most Beautiful Girl in Cuba.


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