Gorgeous, elegant, wealthy, and intelligent, Caroline has an effect on every male who crosses her path. When a handsome, talented artist reveals a painting of her in a compromising position, she is almost ruined socially. This moment, and the secrets and lies that follow, will haunt her throughout her life.
James's juicy novel is an elegant, insightful exploration of one woman's brush with fame and notoriety. It's as lush and seductive as a John Singer Sargent portrait. What Caroline Knew is an absolute must-read that can't be put down once started.
A SWIFT, FASCINATING READ
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
With a silky purr, James' protagonist Caroline Stephens draws you effortlessly in to the luxe, luscious world of old New York money in the 1920's. It's a while before you realize that your new friend is a boa constrictor. As the story unfolds, James repeatedly switches the lens through which the reader sees her characters, so that reading the book is like peering into a turning kaleidoscope. The story keeps twisting and tightening right up till the final pages. The book is a pleasure to read: swift, assured and full of wonderful period details.
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