The Secret Life of Violet Grant (Schuyler Sisters, #1)
The Secret Life of Violet Grant (Schuyler Sisters, #1)
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014
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Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2014432
Novel • Fiction
New York City • 1960s
2014
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Secret Life of Violet Grant by Beatriz Williams interlaces the stories of Vivian, a young woman in 1964, and her aunt Violet, a physicist in 1914. Revealing mysteries and secrets through a found suitcase, the novel explores themes of ambition, love, and the impact of familial legacies.
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Review Roundup
Beatriz Williams' The Secret Life of Violet Grant is celebrated for its compelling dual timelines and well-drawn characters. Positive reviews highlight its engrossing narrative and historical detail. However, some critics note pacing issues and predictability in certain plot elements. Overall, it's praised as an engaging and vividly crafted historical romance.
Who Should Read The Secret Life of Violet Grant (Schuyler Sisters, #1)?
The ideal reader for Beatriz Williams' The Secret Life of Violet Grant enjoys intricate historical fiction with dual timelines. Fans of Kate Atkinson's Life After Life or Kristin Hannah's The Nightingale will appreciate the novel's blend of romance, mystery, and strong female protagonists navigating early 20th-century and 1960s settings.
40,872 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
New York City • 1960s
2014
Adult
18+ years
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