A Well-Behaved Woman
A Well-Behaved Woman
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Novel • Fiction
New York • Gilded Age
2018
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
A Well-Behaved Woman by Therese Anne Fowler charts the life of Alva Vanderbilt Belmont, emphasizing her influence in high society and her commitment to social reform in the Gilded Age. It portrays her journey navigating societal expectations and personal ambitions within the constraints of her era.
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Therese Anne Fowler’s A Well-Behaved Woman offers a rich portrayal of Alva Vanderbilt through meticulous historical detail and engaging narrative. Readers praise the strong, resilient protagonist and vivid Gilded Age setting. Criticisms include occasional slow pacing and predictability. Overall, it’s a compelling read for historical fiction fans.
Who Should Read A Well-Behaved Woman?
Readers who enjoy rich historical fiction with strong female protagonists will love A Well-Behaved Woman by Therese Anne Fowler. Fans of The Paris Wife and The Other Einstein will appreciate its vivid portrayal of societal challenges and personal triumphs, set against the backdrop of America's Gilded Age.
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Therese Anne Fowler extensively researched the Gilded Age and its historical figures to authentically capture the era's social dynamics and intricacies in A Well-Behaved Woman.
The book offers a fictionalized yet insightful glimpse into the life of Alva Vanderbilt, a prominent figure who played a crucial role in shaping the Vanderbilt family's social status in New York's elite society.
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Novel • Fiction
New York • Gilded Age
2018
Adult
18+ years
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