Cronin, A. J.
Lady with Carnations
- ISBN 13:
- 9781447243946
- author:
- Cronin, A. J.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Pan Macmillan
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 178
- Dimensions:
- 156mm X 234mm
- Genre:
- Fiction, Modern & contemporary fiction, ,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Lady with Carnations by A. J. Cronin is a captivating tale of love and ambition set against the backdrop of 1930s London. When Katharine Lorimer, a determined and hardworking antique dealer, acquires a rare Holbein miniature, she embarks on a journey to New York in search of a wealthy American collector. As Katharine navigates the challenges of her profession and her personal life, she finds herself at the centre of a complex web of relationships. Her niece Nancy's ambitions as an actress threaten to upend their family dynamics, while Katharine's own feelings of isolation and loneliness come to the surface. A masterful novel by A. J. Cronin, Lady with Carnations is a compelling story that explores the human condition with sensitivity and nuance. With its well-crafted plot and sympathetic characters, this book is sure to appeal to readers who enjoy traditional fiction with a strong narrative tradition.