Last Call at the Savoy

Last Call at the Savoy by Brisa Carleton, published by Grand Central Publishing on November 4, 2025, is a 320-page novel that explores themes of family life and personal growth against the backdrop of London’s iconic Savoy hotel. The story follows Cinnamon Scott, a young writer grappling with the loss of her parents and her subsequent retreat into a life of excess. When she travels to London to support her sister Rosemary, who is on bedrest, Cinnamon becomes captivated by the hotel’s history and the untold story of Ada Coleman, the first female bartender at The Savoy.
As Cinnamon learns about Ada’s contributions to the hotel’s legacy, she is inspired to confront her own troubled past and the challenges she faces. The narrative delves into the complexities of domestic life and the importance of recognizing women’s roles in history. Through her journey, Cinnamon not only seeks to honor Ada’s story but also embarks on a path of self-discovery, ultimately aiming to reclaim her own narrative. This edition presents a rich tapestry of historical and contemporary themes, inviting readers to reflect on the intersections of personal and collective histories.
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Set amongst the glittering backdrop of London’s iconic Savoy hotel, a young woman is forced to confront her troubled past as she uncovers the story of the hotel’s first female bartender who has been erased from the history books–“an exhilarating, tender read that will leave you smiling” (Fiona Davis, bestselling author).
Six years ago, Cinnamon Scott was a young writer on the rise in New York City. But since the sudden loss of her parents, she’s been stuck in place, retreating to a life of endless partying–made possible by the massive fortune she’s inherited. Despite their tragic loss, she and her older sister Rosemary have always had each other to lean on. But now, with Rosie living in London and about to give birth to twins, Cinnamon feels more lost than ever.
When Rosie is put on bedrest, Cinnamon flies to her sister’s side, where she’s temporarily living at The Savoy. Immediately swept away by the beauty and history of the legendary hotel and its famed American Bar, Cinnamon finds ample opportunity to distract herself. When the late shift bartender tells her the story of Ada Coleman, the woman who crafted the cocktail recipes The Savoy popularized in its famous handbook a century ago, Cinnamon is inspired by the bartender’s vivid stories of Ada’s fearlessness and can’t understand why Ada’s name is nowhere to be found.
After meeting a handsome historian researching the hotel and realizing that Ada is likely to be once again overlooked, Cinnamon must decide if she can overcome her demons and stand up for Ada’s story. And, along the way, she might just save her own story too.
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