Discover \;The Secret Book Society \, a captivating new historical novel from Madeline Martin. Trapped b y oppressive marriages and societal expectations\, three women in Victoria n London receive a mysterious invitation to an afternoon tea at the home o f the reclusive Lady Duxbury. Beneath the genteel facade of the gathering lies a secret book club&mdash\;a sanctuary where they can discover freedom \, sisterhood\, and the courage to rewrite their stories. As the women for m deep\, heartwarming friendships\, they uncover secrets about their marri ages\, their pasts\, and the risks they face. Their courage is their only weapon in the oppressive world that has kept them silent\, but when secret s are deadly\, one misstep could cost them everything.
\nMadeline Ma rtin is a New York Times\, USA Today\, Publisher's W eekly\, and international bestselling author of historical fiction an d historical romance with books that have been translated into over twenty -five different languages.
\nBook sales and signing will follow the conversation. Registration is required for this free author event. Present ed by the Carmel Clay Public Library Foundation.
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