Splendor, Anna Godbersen
Splendor, Anna Godbersen
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Splendor

Author: Anna Godbersen

Series: Luxe #4

Narrator: Nina Siemaszko

Unabridged: 8 hr 54 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: HarperCollins

Published: 10/27/2009


Synopsis

Gossip Girl meets the Gilded Age in this delicious and compelling novel, the fourth and final book in the New York Times bestselling series from author Anna Godbersen.In the dramatic conclusion to the New York Times bestselling Luxe series, Manhattan’s most dazzling socialites chase dreams, cling to promises, and tempt fate. Only one question remains: Will they fade away or will they shine ever brighter?New beginnings. Shocking revelations. Unexpected endings. This is Manhattan, 1899. As spring turns into summer, Elizabeth relishes her new role as a young wife, while her sister, Diana, searches for adventure abroad. But when a surprising clue about their father’s death comes to light, the Holland girls wonder at what cost a life of splendor comes. Carolina Broad, society’s newest darling fans a flame from her past, oblivious to how it might burn her future. Penelope Schoonmaker is finally Manhattan royalty—but when a real prince visits the city, she covets a title that comes with a crown. Her husband, Henry, bravely went to war, only to discover that his father’s rule extends well beyond New York’s shores and that fighting for love may prove a losing battle. “Mystery, romance, jealousy, betrayal, humor, and gorgeous, historically accurate details. I couldn’t put The Luxe down!” —Cecily von Ziegesar, author of the #1 New York Times bestselling Gossip Girl series

About Anna Godbersen

Anna Godbersen is the author of the New York Times bestselling Luxe series. She was born in Berkeley, California, and educated at Barnard College. She currently lives in Brooklyn.


Reviews

Goodreads review by liz on May 06, 2010

I picked up this series of books several months ago to fill my head with nonsense after Lariann died. Reading was a good distraction from the trauma of real life.I read a lot of books the months following, but these are the only ones I have decided I want in my personal collection. The Luxe, Rumors......more

Goodreads review by Maren on August 31, 2010

A total guilty pleasure book series - 1900 Gossip Girl, basically. I liked it, but I was kind of bummed out with the ending. I can see where the author was trying to go, with the Edith Wharton comparisons, but it was sad that Henry, specifically, didn't get to be happy.......more

Goodreads review by Anne on April 15, 2011

Everyone in Splendor is searching. Diana in Cuba. Henry in the military. Elizabeth in the marriage she chose over abortion. Carolina who has bought her own mansion-next-door to the man she hopes will fulfill her wildest dreams. And Penelope. In the entirely foreign position of New York’s DISAPPROVAL.......more

Goodreads review by Madeleine on August 12, 2021

Vad var det här för skit slut? Sämsta slutet jag någonsin har läst om. (view spoiler)[Pen fick vad hon förtjänade men verkar som hon och Henry ändå kommer vara tillsammans, även fast det hela tiden pratas om att de ska skiljas innan Diana lämnar Henry för att gå till Paris, så hela Henry och Dianas kärlekshistoria (hide spoiler)]......more

Goodreads review by Virginia Mae on November 24, 2009

SPOILERS To explain my rating, I would give this book five stars right up until the last ten pages or so, which were horrendous. "The Luxe" has been a beautifully crafted series, replete with gorgeous historical details and a sparkling world full of fascinating characters. At the center of this world,......more