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A rich tapestry of stories intertwines with the real-life history of Grange House, a summer resort in New York City. It's the story of the many stories that women must unlock and abandon in order to inhabit their own worlds. From the secrets of a forbidden love to the mysteries of a family legend, each chapter reveals a hidden dimension of the house's past and present. As the story unfolds, the lives of the women intertwine, creating a unique and compelling narrative that blends the worlds of fiction and reality. Grange House is a novel that celebrates the power of storytelling and the enduring appeal of literature.
First publish date: 2000
Genre: Historical Fiction/20th Century Historical Fiction
Authors: Sarah Blake
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