Coronation Year A Novel
Coronation Year A Novel by Jennifer Robson is a historical fiction work published by HarperCollins Publishers on April 4, 2023. This 400-page novel unfolds during the momentous Coronation Year of 1953, as the lives of three distinct residents at London’s Blue Lion hotel intersect on the day of Queen Elizabeth’s coronation. The narrative explores themes of hope and resilience against the backdrop of a city in celebration, highlighting the personal stakes for each character as they navigate their intertwined fates.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of experiences as Edie Howard, the hotel owner, strives to save her establishment, while Stella Donati, a Holocaust survivor, seeks to establish her career as a photographer. Meanwhile, James Geddes, a war hero grappling with his identity, uncovers unsettling truths about his new home. As anonymous threats loom over the festivities, the characters must work together to protect their dreams and the spirit of the occasion. This edition offers a glimpse into the complexities of life during a pivotal moment in history, blending elements of mystery, romance, and personal growth.
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The USA Today bestselling author of The Gown returns with another enthralling and royal historical novel– as the lives of three very different residents of London’s historic Blue Lion hotel converge in a potentially explosive climax on the day of Queen Elizabeth’s Coronation.
It is Coronation Year, 1953, and a new queen is about to be crowned. The people of London are in a mood to celebrate, none more so than the residents of the Blue Lion hotel.
- Edie Howard, owner and operator of the floundering Blue Lion, has found the miracle she needs: on Coronation Day, Queen Elizabeth in her gold coach will pass by the hotel’s front door, allowing Edie to charge a fortune for rooms and, barring disaster, save her beloved home from financial ruin. Edie’s luck might just be turning, all thanks to a young queen about her own age.
- Stella Donati, a young Italian photographer and Holocaust survivor, has come to live at the Blue Lion while she takes up a coveted position at Picture Weekly magazine. London in celebration mode feels like a different world to her. As she learns the ins and outs of her new profession, Stella discovers a purpose and direction that honor her past and bring hope for her future.
- James Geddes, a war hero and gifted artist, has struggled to make his mark in a world that disdains his Indian ancestry. At the Blue Lion, though, he is made to feel welcome and worthy. Yet even as his friendship with Edie deepens, he begins to suspect that something is badly amiss at his new home.
When anonymous threats focused on Coronation Day, the Blue Lion, and even the queen herself disrupt their mood of happy optimism, Edie and her friends must race to uncover the truth, save their home, and expose those who seek to erase the joy and promise of Coronation Year.
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