Jacqueline Briskin crafted fourteen historical novels that mirrored the societal shifts of her lifetime. Her stories are characterized by dynamic plots, vivid characters, and passionate romantic relationships, often set against the backdrop of her adoptive home, Los Angeles, and the influential world of Hollywood. She discovered her writing passion at UCLA, embarking on a prolific career that led to numerous New York Times bestsellers.
Jacqueline Briskin is the author of Paloverde and Too Much Too Soon. This latest novel tells of the effect of World War II on the lives of two schoolgirls, one American and one French, who swear to a friendship that will threaten their lives.
Tom Bridger, America's first billionaire, lusted after two things; the power over his country's destiny, and the woman he could never marry. He wanted them both no matter what the price. When he was bitterly poor, Tom had loved the exquisite Antonia and lost his only chance to claim her. He would never stop loving her, and when he had gained immense wealth and changed the world, it was hteir son who wold return, intent on destroying Tom's colossal empire, the empire he had sacrificed everything to build.
Temptress, goddess, and star, Alyssia Del Mar becomes the pawn in the influential movie-making Cordiner family's bid for absolute power.
WEALTH...POWER...PASSION...AND THREE SISTERS WHO WANTED IT ALL Honora: The eldest...the gentlest... Her all-consuming love for one man would make her an outcast - and ignite a bitter family feud. Crystal: Sexy...ruthless... She would stop at nothing in her quest for wealth and position. Including seducing her sister's husband in an act of revenge. Joscelyn: The youngest...the smartest... She sacrificed her brilliant career to further her husband's - only to have her marriage shattered in a brutal act of violence.
A Berlino, nel 1936, due cugini - lei tedesca, lui americano e per di più ebreo per metà - si innamorano perdutamente, ma sulla loro storia si addensano le ombre del furore antisemita dei nazisti e della guerra ormai imminente. Tuttavia, la situazione non è difficile solo per i due giovani: anche a Londra, dove ha sede la casa madre della fiorente impresa di famiglia, gli eventi stanno precipitando, minacciando sentimenti, affetti, rapporti che parevano saldi. Una superba saga, ricca di pathos, azione e personaggi indimenticabili.
