Gilded Age
Gilded Age
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Brief
244
Novel • Fiction
Cleveland, Ohio • 2010s
2021
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In Gilded Age by Claire McMillan, Eleanor (Ellie) Hart returns to Cleveland's elite society after a scandalous divorce and rehab stint. Struggling for love and independence, her attempts to fit in and secure a wealthy husband fail due to her forwardness and controversial reputation. Narrated by her close, envious friend, Eleanor's journey becomes a cautionary tale of self-destructive choices amidst societal pressures. This book contains themes of addiction and mental health struggles.
Mysterious
Challenging
Romantic
Nostalgic
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
935 ratings
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Review Roundup
Gilded Age by Claire McMillan received mixed reviews. Positively noted were McMillan's vivid prose and her keen eye for societal details. Critics appreciated the rich characterizations and contemporary parallels. However, some reviews pointed out a slow plot pace and occasional predictability in the storyline. Overall, it offers an engaging look at modern aristocracy.
Who Should Read Gilded Age?
Readers who would enjoy Gilded Age by Claire McMillan typically appreciate modern retellings of classic literature, enjoy socio-economic drama, and have an affinity for books like The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald and The House of Mirth by Edith Wharton, which explore themes of wealth, morality, and society.
935 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
244
Novel • Fiction
Cleveland, Ohio • 2010s
2021
Adult
18+ years
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