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The Briar Club

by Kate Quinn
 Historical Fiction: A story that takes place in Washington DC during the Cold War. It's equal parts romance and suspense, but most of all it's rich in historical facts and ambience and everyone has a secret. The premise is itriguing and there is a stong focus on female bonding and friendships. -The Briar Club by Kate Quinn #historical Fiction #reading

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"Quinn evocatively balances the outward cheerfulness of the 1950s with historical observations exploring racism, misogyny, homophobia and political persecution in this sharply drawn, gripping novel." - People

'Compulsively readable, The Briar Club will find eager readers in those who love woman-led historical fiction with rich, appealing characters.' - Booklist (starred review)

"[A] compelling story. This powerful, unforgettable historical mystery is for fans of Mary Anna Evans's Justine Byrne series and stories with strong women characters." - Library Journal (starred review)

"A stellar historical mystery Quinn elegantly explores issues of race, class, and gender, and brings the paranoid atmosphere of McCarthy-era Washington to vivid life. For Quinn's fans, this is a must." - Publishers Weekly (starred review)

"Quinn's latest continues to uphold her reputation for grasping the complexities, nuances, and dynamism of the past. Really, this book is perfect." - Literary Hub

"Kate Quinn's The Briar Club not only presents a thrilling mystery, but also, and perhaps more importantly, a cast of characters readers will adore." - ELLE.COM -


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