Books like Splendor (Luxe Series, Book 4) by Anna Godbersen
Elizabeth Holland’s new life as a young wife unfolds against the opulent backdrop of Manhattan’s elite. As she settles into her role, a startling clue about her father’s death forces her and her sister Diana to confront the hidden costs of a glittering existence.
The story follows prominent figures such as Carolina Broad, a rising socialite, and Penelope Schoonmaker, who finds herself drawn to royal intrigue. Their ambitions collide with duty, war, and the enduring influence of New York’s most powerful families.
Together, the characters navigate love, loyalty, and the relentless press of society, ultimately questioning whether wealth and fame can safeguard or destroy the heart’s true desires.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Young Adult Fiction/YA Romance
Authors: Anna Godbersen
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