An American Scandal

Lose yourself in this Gilded Age historical fiction, perfect for fans of Luisa A. Jones and Beatriz Williams. PRE-ORDER NOW.

‘Offers a glimpse into the lives and dilemmas of women in America’s Gilded Age … a clever reworking of Mansfield Park’ Louisa A. Jones

Newport, New York, 1895. After failing to make a positive impression on New York’s ‘old money’, Madeline Crosby and her beloved brother and protector, Hugh, escape to their inherited summer house in Newport. As Hugh’s half-sister who spent most of her childhood in a brothel until her mother died – something society is unwilling to forgive – Beachlands is the fresh start Madeline desperately needs.

The siblings expand their social circle, making ‘new money’ acquaintances. Despite his good nature, Hugh is prone to flirting and Madeline captures the unwanted attention of the man whose family destroyed her mother and continues to exploit women.

As lines are crossed and reputations threatened, Madeline becomes determined to ignore her heart and fix the situation. But can she keep her tarnished past buried? And will she ever allow herself to love?

Praise for Theresa Howes:

‘Truly gripping… I loved it.’ Jill Mansell

‘I absolutely loved this… Vivid and heartbreaking.’ Lana Kortchik

‘War, passion and tragedy unite in this atmospheric and moving tale.’ S D Sykes

‘A wonderfully immersive, emotional read.’ Annabelle Thorpe

'Achingly romantic with lashings of Gilded Age glamour.' Jessica Bull

Reviews

Praise for An American Scandal:

'An American Scandal offers a glimpse into the lives and dilemmas of women in America’s Gilded Age, when choices might be dictated by social class and reputation by the actions of a parent. With a satisfyingly romantic redemptive arc, this novel is a clever reworking of Mansfield Park, set nearly a century further forward in time but in a similarly status-conscious society.’ Louisa A. Jones

Praise for Theresa Howes:

‘Truly gripping… I loved it.’ Jill Mansell

‘I absolutely loved this… Vivid and heartbreaking.’ Lana Kortchik

‘War, passion and tragedy unite in this atmospheric and moving tale.’ S D Sykes

‘A wonderfully immersive, emotional read.’ Annabelle Thorpe

'Achingly romantic with lashings of Gilded Age glamour.' Jessica Bull

About the author

Theresa Howes lives in London with her husband and Claude, a larger than average cat. When she isn’t writing or reading, she enjoys seeing how many more plants she can cram into her tiny London garden, walking, and putting the world to rights over a gin and tonic.