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Eleanor and Hick: The Love Affair That Shaped a First Lady

Susan Quinn
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Eleanor and Hick: The Love Affair That Shaped a First Lady

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2016

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Susan Quinn

Eleanor and Hick: The Love Affair That Shaped a First Lady

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

416

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Genre
Biography
Setting

United States • 1930s

Topic
LGBTQ+

Politics & Government

World History
Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Eleanor and Hick: The Love Affair That Shaped a First Lady by Susan Quinn explores the close relationship between Eleanor Roosevelt and journalist Lorena Hickok. The book details their deep personal and professional bond, highlighting how this connection influenced Eleanor's role as First Lady and her impact on social issues.

Romantic

Informative

Emotional

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.1

6,066 ratings

70%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Eleanor and Hick: The Love Affair That Shaped a First Lady by Susan Quinn is lauded for its insightful exploration of Eleanor Roosevelt's relationship with Lorena Hickok. Positive notes highlight the depth of research and engaging narrative. Critiques mention occasional lack of focus. Overall, it provides a nuanced look at a pivotal aspect of Roosevelt's life.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Eleanor and Hick: The Love Affair That Shaped a First Lady?

Readers who relish historical biographies and untold love stories would enjoy Eleanor and Hick: The Love Affair That Shaped a First Lady. Fans of Franklin and Eleanor by Hazel Rowley will appreciate Susan Quinn's poignant exploration of Eleanor Roosevelt’s private life.

4.1

6,066 ratings

70%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

416

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Genre
Biography
Setting

United States • 1930s

Topic
LGBTQ+

Politics & Government

World History
Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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