Best Selling Books by Anna Godbersen

In Manhattan in 1899, five teens of different social classes lead dangerously scandalous lives, despite the strict rules of society and the best-laid plans of parents and others.

Gossip Girl meets the Gilded Age in this delicious and compelling novel, the third in the New York Times bestselling series from author Anna Godbersen. In the thrilling third installment of Anna Godbersen’s bestselling Luxe series, Manhattan’s most envied residents appear to have everything they desire: Wealth. Beauty. Happiness. But sometimes the most practiced smiles hide the most scandalous secrets. Jealous whispers. Old rivalries. New betrayals. This is Manhattan, 1899. Two months after Elizabeth Holland’s dramatic homecoming, Manhattan eagerly awaits her return to the pinnacle of society. When Elizabeth refuses to rejoin her sister Diana’s side, however, those watching New York’s favorite family begin to suspect that all is not as it seems behind the stately doors of No. 17 Gramercy Park South. Farther uptown, Henry and Penelope Schoonmaker are the city’s most celebrated couple. But despite the glittering diamond ring on Penelope’s finger, the newlyweds share little more than scorn for each other. And while the newspapers call Penelope’s social-climbing best friend, Carolina Broad, an heiress, her fortune—and her fame—is anything but secure. “Mystery, romance, jealousy, betrayal, humor, and gorgeous, historically accurate details. I couldn’t put The Luxe down!” —Cecily von Ziegesar, author of the #1 New York Times bestselling Gossip Girl series

After young Norma Jean is turned into a famous movie star by a Soviet agent, she is asked to repay her debt by providing top secret information about the president, in this re-imagination of the relationship between Marilyn Monroe and John F. Kennedy.

Gossip Girl meets the Gilded Age in this delicious and compelling novel, the second in the New York Times bestselling series from author Anna Godbersen. As old friends become rivals, Manhattan’s most dazzling socialites find their futures threatened by whispers from the past. In this delicious sequel to the New York Times bestselling The Luxe, nothing is more dangerous than a scandal...or more precious than a secret. True love. False friends. Scandalous gossip. This is Manhattan, 1899. After bidding good-bye to New York’s brightest star, Elizabeth Holland, rumors continue to fly about her untimely demise. All eyes are on those closest to the dearly departed: her mischievous sister, Diana, now the family’s only hope for redemption; New York’s most notorious cad, Henry Schoonmaker, the flame Elizabeth never extinguished; the seductive Penelope Hayes, poised to claim all that her best friend left behind—including Henry; even Elizabeth’s scheming former maid, Lina Broud, who discovers that while money matters and breeding counts, gossip is the new currency. “Mystery, romance, jealousy, betrayal, humor, and gorgeous, historically accurate details. I couldn’t put The Luxe down!” —Cecily von Ziegesar, author of the #1 New York Times bestselling Gossip Girl series

The year is 1929. New York is ruled by the Bright Young Things: flappers and socialites seeking thrills and chasing dreams in the anything-goes era of the Roaring Twenties. Letty Larkspur and Cordelia Grey escaped their small Midwestern town for New York''s glittering metropolis. All Letty wants is to see her name in lights, but she quickly discovers Manhattan is filled with pretty girls who will do anything to be a star. . . . Cordelia is searching for the father she''s never known, a man as infamous for his wild parties as he is for his shadowy schemes. Overnight, she enters a world more thrilling and glamorous than she ever could have imagined—and more dangerous. It''s a life anyone would kill for . . . and someone will. The only person Cordelia can trust is u00adAstrid Donal, a flapper who seems to have it all: money, looks, and the love of Cordelia''s brother, Charlie. But Astrid''s perfect veneer hides a score of family secrets. Across the vast lawns of Long Island, in the u00adillicit speakeasies of Manhattan, and on the blindingly lit stages of Broadway, the three girls'' fortunes will rise and fall—together and apart. From the New York Times bestselling author of The Luxe comes an epic new series set in the dizzying last summer of the Jazz Age.

You are invited to set sail on the maiden voyage of the SS Princess of the Pacific in this indulgent historical romance from Anna Godbersen, the New York Times bestselling author of The Luxe series. High society intrigue and deliciously shocking scandals meet a gripping fight for survival in this sweeping romance, sure to thrill fans of Kiera Cass and Katie McGee. Vida Hazzard can see her future: aboard the heralded “Millionaire’s Ship of the West,” she’ll charm the young scion Fitzhugh Farrar, resulting in a proposal of marriage. But Vida didn’t plan on Fitz’s best friend Sal, a rough-around-the-edges boy with a talent for getting under her skin. Nor did she anticipate a hurricane dashing their ship to pieces, along with her dreams. Stranded on an island with both Fitz and Sal, Vida is torn between the life she’s always planned for, and a future she’s never dared to want. As they desperately plot a course for home, Vida will discover just which boy can capture her wild heart—and where her future truly lies. Praise for The Luxe series: “Mystery, romance, jealousy, betrayal, humor, and gorgeous, historically accurate details. I couldn’t put The Luxe down!” —Cecily von Ziegesar, author of the #1 New York Times bestselling Gossip Girl series Survival Romance: After the celebrated SS Princess of the Pacific sinks, Vida must trade ballgowns and scandals for a desperate fight for survival on an uncharted island. Forced Proximity: Stranded with the wealthy suitor she was meant to charm and the best friend who drives her crazy, Vida finds there’s no escape from her own heart. Enemies to Lovers: She can’t stand Fitz’s brooding friend Sal. He sees right through her. So why is he the only one who makes her feel truly seen? Desert Island Romance: Torn between the safe future she''s always wanted with Fitz and a wild new passion with Sal, Vida must decide which man holds the key to her survival—and her happiness.

For the bright young things of 1929, the beautiful days seem endless, filled with romance and heartbreak, adventure and intrigue, friendship and rivalry. After a month in New York, Cordelia Grey and Letty Larkspur are small-town girls no longer. They spend their afternoons with Astrid Donal at the Greys’ lush Long Island estate and their nights in Manhattan’s bustling metropolis. But Letty’s not content to be a mere socialite. She is ready at last to chase her Broadway dreams—no matter the cost. Cordelia is still reeling from the death of her father at the hands of Thom Hale, the man she thought she loved. Now she is set to honor Darius Grey’s legacy . . . and take her revenge. Promised to Cordelia’s half brother, Astrid is caught up in a world of dazzling jewels and glittering nights—and the sparkle is blinding. Charlie Grey is a gangster playing a dangerous game; and for Astrid, Cordelia, and Letty, the stakes could be deadly. From the New York Times bestselling author of The Luxe comes the second book in an epic series set in the dizzying last summer of the Jazz Age.

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Gossip Girl meets the Gilded Age in this delicious and compelling series. All four books are included in this collection. Manhattan, 1899: In a world of luxury and deception, where appearance matters above everything and breaking the social code means running the risk of being ostracized forever, five teenagers lead dangerously scandalous lives. This thrilling trip to the age of innocence is anything but innocent. The Luxe: Beautiful sisters Elizabeth and Diana Holland rule Manhattan''s social scene. Or so it appears. When the girls discover their status among New York City''s elite is far from secure, suddenly everyone—from the backstabbing socialite Penelope Hayes, to the debonair bachelor Henry Schoonmaker, to the spiteful maid Lina Broud—threatens Elizabeth''s and Diana''s golden future. Rumors: As rumors fly about the untimely demise of New York''s brightest star, Elizabeth Holland, all eyes are on those closest to the dearly departed: her sister, Diana, the family''s only hope for redemption; Henry Schoonmaker, the flame Elizabeth never extinguished; Penelope Hayes, poised to claim all that her best friend left behind; even Elizabeth''s former maid, Lina Broud, who discovers that while money matters and breeding counts, gossip is the new currency. Envy: Two months after Elizabeth Holland''s dramatic homecoming, Manhattan eagerly awaits her return to the pinnacle of society. But all is not as it seems behind the stately doors of No. 17 Gramercy Park South. Farther uptown, Henry and Penelope Schoonmaker are the city''s most celebrated couple. But the newlyweds share little more than scorn for each other. And while the newspapers call Penelope''s social-climbing best friend, Carolina Broad, an heiress, her fortune—and her fame—are anything but secure, especially now that one of society''s darlings is slipping tales to the eager press Splendor: When a surprising clue about their father''s death comes to light, the Holland girls wonder at what cost a life of splendor comes. Carolina Broad, society''s newest darling, fans a flame from her past, oblivious to how it might burn her future. Penelope Schoonmaker is finally Manhattan royalty—but when a real prince visits the city, she covets a title that comes with a crown. As society watches what will become of the city''s oldest families and newest fortunes, one question remains: Will its stars fade away or will they shine ever brighter?

From the New York Times bestselling author of the Luxe series comes a lush, romantic novel about the love triangle that started Chicago''s infamous Great Fire. It''s 1871, and Emmeline Carter is poised to take Chicago''s high society by storm. Between her father''s sudden rise to wealth and her recent engagement to Chicago''s most eligible bachelor, Emmeline has it all. But she can''t stop thinking about the life she left behind, including her childhood sweetheart, Anders Magnuson. Fiona Byrne, Emmeline''s childhood best friend, is delighted by her friend''s sudden rise to prominence, especially since it means Fiona is free to pursue Anders herself. But when Emmeline risks everything for one final fling with Anders, Fiona feels completely betrayed. As the summer turns to fall, the city is at a tipping point: friendships are tested, hearts are broken, and the tiniest spark might set everything ablaze. Sweeping, soapy, and romantic, this is a story about an epic love triangle—one that will literally set the city ablaze and change the lives of three childhood friends forever.

Bright Young Things by Anna Godbersen, author of the bestselling Luxe series, introduced the girls of 1929, girls with big dreams and big secrets in the big city of Manhattan during the Jazz Age. Each girl had a different fate. One would marry. One would find fame. And one would die. Lucky Ones, the thrilling conclusion to the glamorous Bright Young Things series, reveals the destinies of Broadway baby Letty Larkspur, bootlegger’s daughter Cordelia Grey, and flapper Astrid Donal. Letty''s dream of fame is within her reach. Cordelia is the midst of a whirlwind romance with celebrity pilot Max Darby. Socialite Astrid is a new bride. But secrets and scandals could destroy their happiness as the last summer of the 1920s reaches its peak. As secrets unravel, who will be the lucky ones? Secrets and Scandals: Astrid’s new marriage is threatened by her husband’s dangerous bootlegging business, while Letty’s ambition leads her into a world of betrayal. Jazz Age Romance: Cordelia’s whirlwind love affair with a celebrity pilot seems perfect, but the secrets he’s hiding could tear them—and her family''s empire—apart. High Society Drama: From glamorous speakeasies to sprawling Long Island estates, follow three friends navigating a world of wealth, ambition, and shocking betrayals. Friendship and Rivalry: As the summer of 1929 comes to a close, the bonds between Letty, Cordelia, and Astrid are tested. Will their friendship survive the final, devastating reveal?

''Mysterie, romantiek, jaloezie, verraad, humor en prachtige, historisch correcte details. Ik kon ''Deluxe'' niet neerleggen!'' - Cecily von Ziegesar, auteur van de Gossip Girl-serie. Manhattan, 1899... ... betoverende meisjes in weelderige jurken, feesten tot het ochtendgloren en sociale etiquette. ... onweerstaanbare jongens met een oogverblindende glimlach en gevaarlijke bedoelingen. ... leugens om bestwil, duistere geheimen en romantische schandalen. De zussen Elizabeth en Diana Holland staan aan de top van de glinsterende upper class van Manhattan aan het begin van de negentiende eeuw. Aan de buitenkant een zorgeloos leven in luxe, maar achter de prachtige gevels van de huizen kan de werkelijkheid er heel anders uitzien. Elizabeth leert dit als haar duidelijk wordt gemaakt dat de toekomst van het gezin afhangt van het vinden van de juiste man. Maar haar keuze heeft ook gevolgen voor zowel haar opstandige zusje als voor haar beste vriendin Penelope. En buiten de luxueuze woonkamers is de meid Lina een gevaarlijke tegenstander - ze heeft ontdekt met wie de knappe Elizabeth een relatie heeft gehad, en alle geheimen hebben een prijs. Zie ook ''Roddel & achterklap'', deel twee in de chicklitserie. Luxe De Luxe-serie neemt je mee naar het bruisende New York aan het eind van de negentiende eeuw. Je wordt ondergedompeld in een wereld van extravagante feesten, strenge etiquette, geheime affaires en schandalen die de krantenkoppen halen. Anna Godbersen (1980) is een Amerikaanse auteur die in 2007 debuteerde met de historische roman ''Luxe'', de eerste in een reeks romans voor jongvolwassenen die zich afspelen in het sociale leven van New York City rond 1900.

The exciting conclusion to the series that begins in the "New York Times" bestseller "The Luxe."

Murmures jaloux, anciennes rancunes et nouvelles trahisons : bienvenue dans le Manhattan de l''Âge Doré. Deux mois après le retour fracassant d''Elizabeth Holland, l''élite new-yorkaise attend avec impatience de la voir réapparaître au sein de la haute société. Mais quand elle refuse de se montrer aux côtés de sa sœur Diana, tous se demandent si la vie est aussi rose qu''elle le semble pour les Holland. Diana, de son côté, est tourmentée par son amour pour Henry, que Pénélope tient désormais sous sa coupe grâce au chantage. Quant à Lina, l''ambitieuse ex-femme de chambre, elle continue son incroyable ascension sociale, à ses risques et périls. Plongez dans l''univers plaqué or de la haute société américaine du XIXe siècle, entre scandales et complots, passion et humour. Si vous avez aimé « Gossip Girl », alors la Saga des Rebelles est faite pour vous.