This is a page turner of a book that had me hooked from the first page. A novel of fascinating people who just happen to be Jackie Kennedy, Maria Callas and Aristotle Onassis,
Alternating from chapter to chapter by year, we catch a glimpse of the life they lived and find that the opera diva and senators wife have more in common than one might think. Gill’s wonderful writing brings out their emotions, wants, needs and moments of triumph and tragedy. As time goes on, their lives connect as they share in the attention of Aristotle Onassis and the rivalry is palpable.
Set in glamorous locations throughout the world with a wonderful cast of characters this is a dishy, fascinating and enjoyable book from start to finish. If you’re looking for the perfect summer read, you’ve found it. Grab a copy, sit back and be transported!

I’ve always been fascinated by the story of Jackie and Maria.This isn’t an involving moving novel of these two women and their connection beyond the man they both loved.So well written a book Inwill be recommending.#netgalley#harpercollins

I have read multiple books by Gill Paul and this one is by far one of my favorites. I have always been fascinated by the relationship between Jackie and Ari, but I never realized how important Maria was to the story. I found myself more sympathetic towards Maria than I thought I would. Absolutely amazing!

This book kept my attention and is well written. Two women that share one man is not a new topic, but when the characters are actual people, with actual life events, the parallel is stronger.

This fictional account of Jackie Kennedy Onassis and Maria Callas begins in 1957. Maria is at the height of her opera career; her husband does her business dealings, but the romance has long been gone. Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy is the dutiful wife of then-senator John F. Kennedy, who is about to run for president. As the story unfolds, the lives of these two women intersect over time, as the two women share the attention of the world’s richest man, Aristotle Onassis. As life goes on for the characters, the reader is taken on a fascinating journey of love, loss, glamor, and intrigue.

Ms. Paul’s rich character development reveals the complexities of these individuals, who although flawed to the core, are also endearingly human. The dialogue was utterly fascinating, plausible, and full of passion. Reading this novel, I felt as if I was there with the characters, enraptured in their world. Even though we know how the story ends, I was compelled to keep reading to learn the intimate details of their lives.

I highly recommend this novel, especially if you enjoy fictional accounts of prominent 20th Century women. This book is similar to Meet Me in Monaco and The Beautiful Strangers, yet utterly unique and special. As usual, I found myself looking up historical details to learn more about the history and the characters.