The Housekeepers
The Housekeepers by Alex Hay is a historical novel published by Graydon House Books on July 4, 2023. This edition spans 368 pages and is presented in English. The story unfolds on the night of London’s grandest ball, where a group of women from the lower echelons of society orchestrates a daring revenge heist against the elite of Mayfair. The narrative explores themes of power, gender, and class as the characters navigate their ambitions and secrets.
Readers will find a captivating tale centered around Mrs. King, an extraordinary housekeeper with a past steeped in con artistry. After her unexpected dismissal, she gathers a diverse team of women, each with their own motives, to execute a plan that involves robbing the opulent home during the highly anticipated costume ball. The plot thickens as Mrs. King seeks not only wealth but also the truth behind her dismissal, highlighting the complexities of their lives and the societal constraints they face. This novel delves into the intersection of mystery and feminist themes, offering a unique perspective on the lives of women in the 20th century.
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The night of London’s grandest ball, a bold group of women downstairs plot a daring revenge heist against Mayfair society in this dazzling historical novel about power, gender, and class
Named a Best Book of Summer by The Washington Post * Good Housekeeping * Harper’s Bazaar * Reader’s Digest
“Rollicking fun and entirely original… Anyone who relishes a good party gone wrong will devour this.”
–Sarah Penner, New York Times bestselling author of The Lost Apothecary
Mrs. King is no ordinary housekeeper. Born into a world of con artists and thieves, she’s made herself respectable, running the grandest home in Mayfair. The place is packed with treasures, a glittering symbol of wealth and power, but dark secrets lurk in the shadows.
When Mrs. King is suddenly dismissed from her position, she recruits an eclectic group of women to join her in revenge: A black market queen out to settle her scores. An actress desperate for a magnificent part. A seamstress dreaming of a better life. And Mrs. King’s predecessor, with her own desire for vengeance.
Their plan? On the night of the house’s highly anticipated costume ball–set to be the most illustrious of the year–they will rob it of its every possession, right under the noses of the distinguished guests and their elusive heiress host. But there’s one thing Mrs. King wants even more than money: the truth. And she’ll run any risk to get it…
After all, one should never underestimate the women downstairs.
“A deliciously clever novel… You’ll never have so much fun cheering on grand larceny.”
–Nina de Gramont, New York Times bestselling author of The Christie Affair, a Reese’s Book Club Pick
*Don’t miss Alex Hay’s clever next novel, The Queen of Fives, in which a mysterious heiress with a secret sets her sights on London’s biggest wedding of the season
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