monika_reads 's review for:

The Second Mrs. Astor by Shana Abé

4.0

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I picked this book on a whim and was pleasantly surprised by the quality of the writing. I knew nothing about Madeline Astor before reading this book and I can’t imagine living life under so much constant scrutiny from both society and the press. I always enjoy reading about the Titanic, but this book was more than just a Titanic story. It told their whole sweeping love story, from beginning to tragic end.