Ladies of the House: A Novel

ISBN: 1525895966

Author: Edmondson, Lauren

Condition: New

Set in high-society Georgetown, an irresistible family drama about two sisters and the public scandal that just may lead them to rewrite the rules...A stellar novel that celebrates sisterhood and the way women can step out of flawed mens shadows. I delighted in every page.-Amy Meyerson, bestselling author of The Bookshop of Yesterdays and The ImperfectsNo surprise is a good surprise. At least according to thirty-four-year-old Daisy Richardson. So when its revealed in dramatic fashion that her esteemed father had been involved in a public scandal before his untimely death, Daisys life becomes complicated-and fast.For one, the Richardsons must now sell the family home in Georgetown they can no longer afford, and Daisys mother is holding on with an iron grip. Her younger sister, Wallis, is ready to move on to bigger and better things but falls fast and hard for the most inconvenient person possible. And then theres Atlas, Daisys best friend. Shes always wished they could be more, but now hes writing an exposé on the one subject shes been desperate to avoid: her father.Daisys plan is to maintain a low profile as she works to keep her family intact amid social exile, public shaming, and quickly dwindling savings. But the spotlight always seems to find the Richardsons, and when another twist in the scandal comes to light, Daisy must confront the consequences of her continued silence and summon the courage to stand up and accept the power of her own voice.I was absolutely charmed by Ladies of the House. A wonderful debut. -Allison Winn Scotch, bestselling author of Cleo McDougal Regrets Nothing*Don't miss Wedding of the Season, Lauren Edmondson's next charming family drama set in Newport, Rhode Island. Available now!