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On a May Sunday morning in 1930s New York, Gloria awakens alone in a stranger’s apartment, torn dress in hand. Choosing a fur coat, she sets events in motion that entangle her with a respectable married man. The novel follows her glamorous yet ill-fated affair against the backdrop of Manhattan bars, bedrooms, and the era’s social mores, culminating in a tragic outcome that shocked the city. Originally a bestseller upon release, "Butterfield 8" remains a classic exploration of young women, adultery, and the allure—and peril—of New York nightlife.
First publish date: 1935
Genre: Literary Fiction/Classic Literature
Authors: John O'Hara
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