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On Gin Lane Brooke Lea Foster

On Gin Lane By Brooke Lea Foster

On Gin Lane by Brooke Lea Foster

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On Gin Lane by Brooke Lea Foster

Utterly captivating. What a lovely summer novel! -Elin Hilderbrand, New York Times bestselling author

On Gin Lane encapsulates the very best of historical fiction. -Fiona Davis, New York Times bestselling author

After her fiance whisks her off to the glistening shores of Southampton in June of 1957, one young socialite begins to realize that her glamorous summer is giving her everything-except what she really wants-in this new novel from the author of Summer Darlings.

Everleigh Lee Farrows thinks she finally has life all figured out: a handsome fiance named Roland, a trust in her name, and a house in Bronxville waiting for her to fill it with three adorable children. That is, until Roland brings her out to the Hamptons for a summer that will change everything.

Most women could only dream of the engagement present Roland unexpectedly bestows on Lee-a beachside hotel on the prized Gin Lane-but Lee's delight is clouded by unpleasant memories of another hotel, the Plaza, where she grew up in the shadow of her mother's mental illness. Shaking off flashbacks, Lee resolves to dive into an unforgettable summer with poolside Bellinis, daily tennis matches, luncheons with her Manhattan circle, and her beloved camera in tow. But when tragedy strikes on the hotel's opening weekend, the cracks in Lee's picture-perfect future slowly begin to reveal themselves, and Lee must look deep within herself to determine if the life she's always wanted will ever truly be enough.

From the regal inns to the farmland, the well-heeled New Yorkers to the Bohemian artists, the East End of Long Island is a hodge-podge of the changing American landscape in the late 1950s-and the perfect place for Lee to discover who she really is.

On Gin Lane Reviews

What a lovely summer novel! On Gin Lane follows charming New York socialite Everleigh Farrows as she navigates the tricky social terrain of the Hamptons in the summer of 1957. The exquisite care given to vintage detail in this novel was utterly captivating-I felt like I was eating tomato sandwiches, bumping into romantic rivals at the Maidstone Club, and dancing in the street in my espadrilles. -Elin Hilderbrand, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Hotel Nantucket

Set on the tony East End of Long Island where the beautiful people play, On Gin Lane encapsulates the very best of historical fiction, delving into timeless questions about the traditional expectations of women versus the challenges and rewards of pursuing a creative career. An exciting, fast-paced, enchanting read. -Fiona Davis, New York Times bestselling author of The Magnolia Palace

Brooke Lea Foster brilliantly captures a bygone era in this sparkling tale of self-discovery that has it all: mystery, romance, and life-changing friendship. On Gin Lane is the perfect summer escape. -Jamie Brenner, bestselling author of Blush

On Gin Lane begins as a languid, sensual glimpse into the lives of women in the late 1950s until a shocking event-and the ensuing investigation-ratchets up the tension. The book is at once a page-turner that kept me reading into the night, and a reminder of the importance of carving out a place for ourselves, whether it is by creating art or finding where we belong. -Janet Skeslien Charles, New York Times bestselling author of The Paris Library

If you're looking to dive into historical fiction this summer, look no further than Brooke Lea Foster's On Gin Lane. It's the summer of 1957, and New York City socialite Lee Farrows seems to have it all: a handsome fiance, a load of money, and a beachside hotel on Gin Lane in Southampton. But after a tragic incident occurs during the hotel's opening weekend, Lee's picture perfect life is suddenly shattered and she is forced to reckon with herself. -Town & Country

Pressured to become a society wife by her wealthy parents in 1957, Everleigh yearns for a career in photography-and slowly grows bolder. Her journey captures the excitement and trepidation of women forging a new era. -People

In this atmospheric new novel, Brooke Lea Foster explores the glittering and bohemian world of the Hamptons in the 1950s-and the dark underbelly that her protagonist never could have imagined. A page-turning mix of historical fiction and coming-of-age, readers will devour On Gin Lane, and its lessons of self-discovery and following one's heart will remain long after the final page. This utterly enchanting tale is best savored poolside-and looks stunning on the coffee table to boot! -Off The Shelf

On Gin Lane first seduces with everything readers want in a sun-drenched tale: glamorous and colorful characters, evocative settings, and enough secrets to topple a town. But as our heroine battles a suspicious fire, fiance, and social circle, author Foster slyly starts adding all the heady thrills of a modern-day Rebecca to the intoxicating mix. An un-put-downable, irresistible summer read. -Natalie Jenner, author of the international bestseller The Jane Austen Society and Bloomsbury Girls

In this atmospheric new novel, Brooke Lea Foster explores the glittering and bohemian world of the Hamptons in the 1950s-and the dark underbelly that her protagonist never could have imagined. A page-turning mix of historical fiction and coming-of-age, readers will devour On Gin Lane, and its lessons of self-discovery and following one's heart will remain long after the final page. An utterly enchanting tale. -Kristy Woodson Harvey, New York Times bestselling author of Under the Southern Sky

The glitzy late '50s Hamptons sparkles like a coupe of champagne in this tantalizing novel from the talented Brooke Lea Foster.... A delightfully complex tale of deceit, social maneuvering, and self-determination that will have you cheering for the gutsy main character as she fights for the right to control her own fate. -Kristin Harmel, New York Times bestselling author of The Forest of Vanishing Stars
Brooke Lea Foster pivots from Martha's Vineyard to the Hamptons for another perceptive beach drama. On Gin Lane expertly builds out the various characters, revealing the ugly truths hidden by their wealth and social status. This story of a young woman's self-discovery captivates. -Publishers Weekly
An engaging story that pairs a strong, female protagonist's self-discovery with vivid descriptions of both setting and characters throughout. -Booklist
So, what sets one beach read apart from another? In On Gin Lane, Foster cleverly latches onto cultural history. -27East
Prepare to pack your beach bag this summer with the ultimate historical summer read from Brooke Lea Foster. -Women.com
On Gin Lane takes readers to a beautiful location. We can smell the ocean, we are poolside for Bellinis and luncheons, and on the courts for daily tennis matches. But behind the aesthetically pleasing atmosphere, there are cracks and lies in the facade. Is Roland who he presents to be? Who or what is behind the fire? Does Lee really want to settle down and get married or have a career? What other lies, misleading untruths and fraud are behind all the glamour? It's a perfect summer read for the pool or beach. -Chick Lit Central

About Brooke Lea Foster

Brooke Lea Foster is an award-winning journalist whose articles have appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post Magazine, The Atlantic, The Boston Globe Sunday Magazine, and HuffPost, among others. An alumna of The Writing Institute at Sarah Lawrence College, she is the author of three nonfiction books and the novels Summer Darlings and On Gin Lane.

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CIN1982174439VG
9781982174439
1982174439
On Gin Lane by Brooke Lea Foster
Brooke Lea Foster
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Simon & Schuster
20220531
384
N/A
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
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