Heather Webb ist eine von der USA Today Bestsellerliste bekannte Autorin historischer Romane, die hauptsächlich in Frankreich spielen. Ihre Werke tauchen tief in stimmungsvolle Schauplätze und reiche menschliche Erfahrungen ein und verweben fesselnde Erzählungen. Webb bringt eine Leidenschaft für Geschichte und ein scharfes Auge für Details in ihre Arbeit ein und schafft so immersive Welten für die Leser. Ihre Geschichten erforschen oft Themen wie Verbundenheit und Emotionen vor lebendigen historischen Kulissen.
Set against a festive backdrop, this heartwarming historical novel blends royal intrigue with romantic comedy. It captures the charm of a love story reminiscent of classic films, exploring themes of love, tradition, and the spirit of the season. With the combined talents of bestselling authors Hazel Gaynor and Heather Webb, readers can expect a delightful narrative filled with warmth and engaging characters, perfect for the holiday spirit.
It was the tumultuous romance that scandalized the world: Frank Sinatra and Ava Gardner fought, loved, and lived life to the hilt. Now their unbridled story is brought vividly to life by Heather Webb, the bestselling author of Meet Me in Monaco and The Next Ship Home. In the golden age of Hollywood, two of the brightest stars would define--and defy--an era...She was the small-town southern beauty transformed into a Hollywood love goddess. He was the legendary crooner whose voice transfixed the world. They were Ava Gardner and Frank Sinatra. Separately they were irresistible; together they were an explosive combination.Ava's star is rising just as Frank's career--and public image as a family man--is taking a hit. Gone are the days of the screaming bobbysoxers and chart-topping hits. Ava, however, finds herself gracing the front page of every tabloid in America. Jealousy and cheating abound, and when the two succumb to their temperaments and their vices, their happiness is threatened at every turn.As the pair ride the rollercoaster of success and failure, passion and anger, they both wonder if the next turn will be the end of their careers, and most devastating of all--the end of all they've shared.A captivating novel with a star-studded cast spanning continents and decades, Strangers in the Night brings to life the most riveting love story of the twentieth century.
From bestselling authors Hazel Gaynor and Heather Webb comes a coming-of-age novel set in pre-WWII Europe, perfect for fans of Jennifer Robson, Beatriz Williams, and Kate Quinn. In 1937 New York, estranged sisters Clara and Madeleine Sommers learn their grandmother is dying and agree to fulfill her last wish: to travel across Europe together. Their mission involves delivering three letters in which Violet bids farewell to those she hasn’t seen since her travels forty years ago, inspired by the journey of reporter Nellie Bly. Clara, who is focused on her upcoming wedding to millionaire Charles Hancock, views the trip as an inconvenient detour but also a chance to indulge her passion for art. Meanwhile, budding journalist Madeleine seizes the opportunity to pursue her ambition of reporting on the rising threats posed by Hitler and Mussolini. As they navigate the luxurious Queen Mary, the Orient Express, and the sights of Paris and Venice, the sisters clash but also confront a shocking family truth that could bring them closer. However, old grudges resurface as they reach Vienna to deliver the final letter. With political tensions escalating in Europe, they look forward to returning home on the Hindenburg, where fate will intervene in their journey.
Vor dem Hintergrund von Grace Kellys unvergesslicher Hochzeit in Monaco entspinnt sich die Geschichte einer tiefen Freundschaft und einer großen, dramatischen Liebe. Sommer 1955. Filmstars und Paparazzi strömen zum glamourösen Filmfest nach Cannes, doch der größte Star von allen, Grace Kelly, will nichts mehr, als dem Blitzlicht zu entkommen. Auf der Flucht vor dem hartnäckigen britischen Fotografen James Henderson stolpert sie in die Boutique der Parfümeurin Sophie Duval, die sie im Hinterzimmer versteckt – der Beginn einer tiefen Freundschaft zwischen den beiden Frauen. Noch ein Jahr später kann James Henderson seine kurze Begegnung mit Sophie Duval nicht vergessen. Obwohl er Schuldgefühle hat, weil er seine Tochter allein lässt, nimmt er den Auftrag an, über die Hochzeit des Jahrhunderts zu berichten, und begleitet Grace Kellys Hochzeitsgesellschaft nach Monaco. Dort müssen James und Sophie – wie auch Prinzessin Grace – entscheiden, was sie bereit sind, für die Liebe zu opfern …
Der Krieg riss sie auseinander – doch manchmal ist die Liebe stärker als das Schicksal … August 1914. Als Evie Elliott sich von ihrem Bruder Will und dessen bestem Freund Thomas Harding verabschiedet, die von London zur Front aufbrechen, ahnt niemand, dass die Schrecken des Krieges Jahre andauern werden. Während all dieser Zeit teilen Evie und Thomas ihre größten Ängste und Hoffnungen miteinander und kommen sich so immer näher. Das Schicksal scheint jedoch andere Pläne für sie zu haben … Weihnachten 1968. Im Gepäck ein Bündel Briefe, die für ihn sehr wertvoll sind, reist Thomas Harding nach Paris, um die Geister der Vergangenheit endlich zur Ruhe zu betten. Doch ein letzter Brief wartet noch auf ihn.
The story revolves around Christine's struggle between fame at the Paris opera and her aspiration to master the art of illusions. To achieve her dream, she must navigate a perilous landscape filled with betrayal and danger, all while attempting to uncover the secrets of a mysterious mentor. As she embarks on this treacherous journey, she also confronts the complexities of love, ultimately risking everything in pursuit of her passion and the ultimate illusion.
A mesmerizing tale of art and passion in Belle Époque France As a woman, aspiring sculptor Camille Claudel has plenty of critics, especially her ultra-traditional mother. But when Auguste Rodin makes Camille his apprentice--and his muse--their passion inspires groundbreaking works. Yet, Camille's success is overshadowed by her lover's rising star, and her obsessions cross the line into madness. Rodin's Lover brings to life the volatile love affair between one of the era's greatest artists and a woman entwined in a tragic dilemma she cannot escape.
