Liberty Silk
Liberty Silk by Kate Beaufoy, published by Transworld on July 3, 2014, is a historical fiction novel that spans 400 pages. This narrative follows the intertwined lives of three women across different eras, each connected by a beautiful dress that influences their destinies. Set against the backdrop of France in 1919, Hollywood in 1945, and London in 1960, the story explores themes of survival, betrayal, and love.
Readers will encounter Jessie, who navigates the Parisian high life after her husband’s sudden disappearance, Lisa, who grapples with the harsh realities of fame in Hollywood, and Cat, a fiercely independent woman uncovering her family’s past. Each character’s journey reveals the complexities of their lives and the meaning of liberty in their respective contexts. This edition offers a rich exploration of women’s experiences through historical lenses, making it a significant addition to the genre.
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A sumptuous summer read starring three inspiring women from three vibrant eras.
One beautiful dress is the key to three brave women’s destinies.
France 1919: Jessie is celebrating the last heady days of her honeymoon. But when her husband suddenly disappears she finds herself bereft. Until a chance encounter thrusts her into the centre of the intoxicating world of Parisian high life.
Hollywood 1945: Lisa has come a long way from her quiet, unassuming life in London and is taking Hollywood by storm. But all that glitters is not gold, and as the smoke and mirrors of the lifestyle she so longed for shatter around her there are some secrets she can never escape.
London 1960: Cat, headstrong and independent, drawn to danger and passionately opposed to injustice, has no idea of the legacy that precedes her. Once past secrets are unveiled, she has the chance to find out what liberty really means… An evocative story of survival, betrayal and the invincibility of love.
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