{"product_id":"jackie-and-maria-a-novel-of-jackie-kennedy-maria-callas-isbn-9780063000094","title":"Jackie and Maria: A Novel of Jackie Kennedy \u0026 Maria Callas","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom the #1 bestselling author of \u003cem\u003eThe Secret\u003cbr\u003eWife \u003c\/em\u003ecomes a story of love, passion, and tragedy as the lives of\u003cbr\u003eJackie Kennedy and Maria Callas are intertwined—and they become the ultimate\u003cbr\u003erivals, in love with the same man.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe President's Wife; a Glamorous Superstar; the rivalry\u003cbr\u003ethat shook the world...\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eJackie Kennedy was beautiful, sophisticated, and\u003cbr\u003econtemplating leaving her ambitious young senator husband. Life in the public\u003cbr\u003eeye with an overly ambitious--and unfaithful—man who could hardly be\u003cbr\u003ecoaxed to return from a vacation after the birth of a stillborn child was\u003cbr\u003ebreaking her spirit. So when she's offered a holiday on the luxurious\u003cbr\u003eyacht owned by billionaire Ari Onassis, she says yes...to a meeting that will\u003cbr\u003eultimately change her life.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaria Callas is at the height of her operatic career and\u003cbr\u003ewidely considered to be the finest soprano in the world. And then\u003cbr\u003eshe's introduced to Aristotle Onassis, the world’s richest man and her\u003cbr\u003efellow Greek. Stuck in a childless, sexless marriage, and with pressures on all\u003cbr\u003esides from opera house managers and a hostile press, she finds her life being\u003cbr\u003eturned upside down by this hyper-intelligent and impeccably charming man...\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eLittle by\u003cbr\u003elittle, Maria’s and Jackie’s lives begin to overlap, and they come closer and\u003cbr\u003ecloser until everything they know about the world changes on a dime.  \u003cem\u003e  \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eJackie and Maria\u003c\/em\u003e is well worth the read. Successfully weaving three lives of this magnitude into one novel is an impressive feat. Gill Paul’s writing is fluid and enjoyable. The pages turn quickly, and the book is always on the move.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBookreporter.com\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“This portrait of two fascinating, glamorous women and the man who, arguably, deserved neither of them is emotional and addictive.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"This book is perfect for fans of Stephanie Thornton and Elise Hooper.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHistorical Novels Review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Gill Paul weaves together the lives of two fascinating and flawed icons... A dishy and delectable novel, \u003cem\u003eJackie and Maria\u003c\/em\u003e, is sure to please readers with its famous cast of characters from John F. Kennedy to Aristotle Onassis, its taut pacing, and a truly absorbing story.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHeather Webb, USA Today Bestselling Author\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"A compelling and fascinating story about powerful personalities played out against an intriguingly political and glamorous backdrop.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eRosanna Ley, author of The Lemon Tree Hotel\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"\u003c\/strong\u003e[An] irresistible tale...Paul shines in the small details about her larger-than-life characters... Paul’s pitch-perfect ear for dialogue, elegant prose, and sound plotting combine to create a sensational and spellbinding package.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Historical fiction at its most juicy... Socialites and scandal, a most satisfying cocktail for gossip lovers.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eE! Online\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"An un-put-downable novel perfect for all of us mesmerized by Jackie Kennedy. A story of love, passion, and tragedy as the lives of Jackie Kennedy and Maria Callas are intertwined—and they become the ultimate rivals, in love with the same man.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eFrolic\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Filled to the brim with famous and iconic characters, \u003cem\u003eJackie and Maria\u003c\/em\u003e tells the story of two strong and prominent women who find themselves both engaged in a relationship with Aristotle Onassis and highlights the glittering, glamorous world in which they find themselves.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eShe Reads\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Gill Paul weaves together the competing and complementary lives of Jackie Kennedy and Maria Callas into a rich tapestry in this absorbing, romantic novel. Impossibly chic and fiercely independent, both women commanded my attention from the first page, and I applauded them both to the last.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKerri Maher, author of The Girl in White Gloves and The Kennedy Debutante\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"[A] delectable new novel...about the lives and romantic rivalry of two female icons—such a juicy pageturner!\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKris Waldherr, author of The Lost History of Dreams\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“An intoxicating mix of glamour, scandal and fascinating insight into the lives of the super-rich and a superb character study of two of the 20th century’s most iconic women – and the man they both loved.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eRachel Rhys, author of Fatal Inheritance and Island of Secrets\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“For those of us who thought we knew all about these public and private scandals, and for others just coming to this modern tell-all Greek tragedy, \u003cem\u003eJackie and Maria\u003c\/em\u003e is a deep dive into glitz, glamour, and heartbreak. Gill Paul’s emotionally turbulent, amazing novels never disappoint.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKaren Harper, New York Times bestselling author of The Queen's Secret\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Gill Paul brings to vivid life two iconic women of the twentieth century and their intertwined destinies. Sumptuous and spellbinding.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLouisa Treger, author of The Dragon Lady\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"...an instant book club favorite.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLibrary Journal (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Glamorous and highly seductive, this compelling story explores the lives of two complex, powerful women complete with all their talents and flaws. \u003cem\u003eJackie and Maria\u003c\/em\u003e is not just about their story; this novel also brings the 20th century to life in vivid, colorful detail. I loved it.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eDinah Jefferies, #1 Sunday Times bestselling author\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Two of the most famous and glamorous women of the mid-20\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e century fall in love with one of the world’s richest men: the scene is set for a drama of vicious rivalry and broken hearts… a truly compelling story keeping you gripped from (fairly) innocent beginnings to tragic endings…This is the best of historical fiction – leaving you wanting to learn more.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLiz Trenow, author of The Hidden Thread\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Being aboard Onassis’ yacht with a glass of champagne was just what I needed. Addictive and so well-researched.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKate Riordan, author of The Heatwave\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"I loved Gill's brilliant \u003cem\u003eJackie and Maria\u003c\/em\u003e. I was completely enthralled, wholly swept up in the characters, the glamour, and the fascinating story of these iconic women. For me, it was an utter treat from beginning to end...\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eJenny Ashcroft, author of Last Letter to Bombay\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Heartbreaking. Brilliant. Powerful. Its intensity and perception knocked me out. I guarantee that this fascinating love-triangle story will have you enthralled. The passion and pain of two strong female icons of the twentieth century sent shivers through me with every page. Superb storytelling. Gill Paul at her best.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKate Furnivall, author of Guardian of Lies and The Betrayal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"I just loved being swept into the lives and loves – and steamy affairs! – of Jackie Kennedy and Maria Callas. A fabulous book. Bravo, Gill!\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eEve Chase, author of The Daughters of Foxcote Manor and Black Rabbit Hall\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Absolutely delicious! Gill Paul's wonderfully seductive novel vividly captures the triumphs and tragedies of two remarkable and complicated women, whose lives interconnect in surprising and devastating ways. \u003cem\u003eJackie and Maria\u003c\/em\u003e is perfect historical fiction. I adored it.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHazel Gaynor, New York Times bestselling author of The Cottingley Secret and The Girl Who Came Home\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"The novel brilliantly evokes the world of the jet-set, rich and famous of the sixties so well I felt I was living it all alongside them.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKathleen McGurl, author of The Drowned Village and The Stationmaster’s Daughter\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"With \u003cem\u003eJackie and Maria\u003c\/em\u003e Gill Paul has cleverly tapped into the zeitgeist for reframing women's history...This is beautiful, tender and humane storytelling.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKate Thompson, author of Secrets of the Homefront Girls and the Stepney Doorstep Society\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"Gill Paul is always meticulous in her historical research for novels, and always brings the characters so vividly to life...This novel is simply stunning.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eLouise Beech, author of Call Me Star Girl and The Mountain in My Shoe\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eJackie and Maria \u003c\/em\u003eis an intriguing behind-the-scenes look at the rivalry between two of the world's most glamorous women, both of whom snared the attention of Aristotle Onassis, one of the world's richest and most mesmerizing men. Fans of the Kennedys will love this introduction to Maria Callas!\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eStephanie Thornton, USA Today bestselling author of And They Called It Camelot\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\"I can't rave highly enough about this book...A dazzling yet moving portrait of two very different iconic women, it's brilliantly researched, compellingly told and completely fascinating.\" - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eTracy Rees, author of The House at Silvermoor and Amy Snow\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"William Morrow Large Print","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44889299845349,"sku":"NP9780063000094","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780063000094.jpg?v=1730230958","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/jackie-and-maria-a-novel-of-jackie-kennedy-maria-callas-isbn-9780063000094","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}