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When her marriage falters, former model Louise Canova finds a faded gray volume in a London second‑hand bookshop, written by famed French fashion expert Madame Genevieve Antoine Dariaux. The encyclopedic guide, purporting to turn plain women into timeless poise, offers advice on everything from accessories to relationships. As Louise follows its counsel, she uncovers hidden clues to her past, confronts insecurities about motherhood and friendship, and discovers a courage she never imagined. With revelations about herself and the cost of perfection, the novel blends romance, psychological insight, and a celebration of personal beauty.
First publish date: 2003
Genre: Romance/Contemporary Romance
Authors: Kathleen Tessaro
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