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Newport: A Novel, by Jill Morrow
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Following in the steps of Beatriz Williams and Amor Towles, this richly atmospheric, spellbinding novel transports readers to the dazzling, glamorous world of Newport during the Roaring Twenties and to a mansion filled with secrets as a debonair lawyer must separate truth from deception.
Spring 1921. The Great War is over, Prohibition is in full swing, the Depression still years away, and Newport, Rhode Island's glittering “summer cottages” are inhabited by the gloriously rich families who built them.
Attorney Adrian De la Noye is no stranger to Newport, having sheltered there during his misspent youth. Though he’d prefer to forget the place, he returns to revise the will of a well-heeled client. Bennett Chapman's offspring have the usual concerns about their father's much-younger fiancée. But when they learn of the old widower’s firm belief that his first late wife, who “communicates” via séance, has chosen the beautiful Catherine Walsh for him, they’re shocked. And for Adrian, encountering Catherine in the last place he saw her decades ago proves to be a far greater surprise.
Still, De la Noye is here to handle a will, and he fully intends to do so—just as soon as he unearths every last secret, otherworldly or not, about the Chapmans, Catherine Walsh . . . and his own very fraught history.
A skillful alchemy of social satire, dark humor, and finely drawn characters, Newport vividly brings to life the glitzy era of the 1920s.
Newport: A Novel, by Jill Morrow - Amazon Sales Rank: #138652 in Books
- Brand: Morrow, Jill
- Published on: 2015-07-07
- Released on: 2015-07-07
- Original language: English
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: 8.00" h x .86" w x 5.31" l, .0 pounds
- Binding: Paperback
- 384 pages
Newport: A Novel, by Jill Morrow Review “Past and present collide in 1920s Rhode Island as long-buried secrets begin to come to light in this mesmerizing novel of love, loss, and redemption. Beautifully written and vividly detailed, Newport is an elegant and mysterious tale that will keep you entranced from beginning to end.” (Ashley Weaver, Edgar Nominated author of Murder at the Brightwell)“Newport has it all: intrigue, scandal, and séances to summon a spirit that will not rest. The slow unraveling of tangled secrets will keep you turning pages long into the night.” (Deanna Raybourn, New York Times bestselling author)“Jill Morrow’s NEWPORT is a portrait of a long-lost era, a sophisticated drama, and a gripping mystery all in one. Full of delicious prose and surprising twists, this book is a delight, an engrossing read that goes down like a glass of the finest champagne.” (Simone St. James, author of The Other Side of Midnight)“A delicious plunge into the gilded lives and mansions of another era, NEWPORT sends you swimming through an intricate mystery involving money, tragedy, bittersweet love affairs, and voices from beyond, until you arrive at the whirlwind ending. It’s everything you need for literary escape: a ripping good read.” (Beatriz Williams, New York Times bestselling author of A Hundred Summers)
From the Back Cover
In a glamorous Newport mansion filled with secrets, a debonair lawyer must separate truth from deception. . . .
Spring 1921. The Great War is over, Prohibition is in full swing, the Great Depression is still years away. Wealthy families flock to the glittering "summer cottages" they built in Newport, Rhode Island.
Having sheltered in Newport during his misspent youth, attorney Adrian de la Noye is no stranger to the city. Though he'd prefer to forget the place, he returns to revise the will of a well-heeled client. Bennett Chapman's offspring have the usual concerns about their father's much-younger fiancée. But when they learn of the old widower's firm belief that his late first wife, who "communicates" via séance, has chosen the stunning Catharine Walsh for him, they're shocked. And for Adrian, encountering Catharine in the last place he saw her decades ago proves to be a far greater surprise.
Adrian is here to handle a will, and he intends to do so—just as soon as he unearths every last secret about the Chapmans, Catharine Walsh . . . and his own very fraught history.
Vividly bringing to life the glitzy era of the 1920s, Newport is a skillful alchemy of social satire, dark humor, and finely drawn characters.
About the Author
Jill Morrow has enjoyed a wide spectrum of careers, from practicing law to singing with local bands. She holds a bachelor's degree in history from Towson University and a JD from the University of Baltimore School of Law. She lives in Baltimore.
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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful. from FictionZeal.com re: Newport by Jill Morrow By D. Coto It’s a common thread – old man decides to marry a young woman and grown children begin to worry over their place in old man’s will. However, this time the story is told with a historical vibe. Attorney Adrian De la Noye is the attorney for Bennett Chapman. After the grown children claim their father has lost his mental capacity to make changes in his will, Adrian must make that determination for himself. The problem? Bennett has been claiming that his late wife, Elizabeth, told him to marry young Catherine Walsh. It seems Catherine’s niece, Amy Walsh, is a medium and they’ve contacted Elizabeth in a séance. In fact, she was not only adamant that he marry Catherine, but that do so very quickly. Jim Reid was Adrian’s associate. He became attracted to Amy. They both begin to sense that Adrian and Catherine already know each other.When I began reading, the time period was Spring 1921. This information was obtained from the back of the book cover and not from the opening paragraphs of the novel. Chapter nine takes us back to February 1898 where the reader begins to learn Adrian and Catherine’s past. I loved the character of Jim. He was a true gentleman and very kindly. There are a few twists in this story and I enjoyed the interplay between the characters who each seemed to have their own secret. The blurb promises “the dazzling, glamorous world of Newport during the Roaring Twenties.” Although I enjoyed the story, I just need to say I didn’t get a “Roaring Twenties” feel from it. Rating: 4 out of 5.
13 of 14 people found the following review helpful. A nostalgic summer read By WestMetroMommy Here is what I knew about this book going into it: It was set in the 1920's and deals with the rich in Providence, RI. That's it. I'm not sure why I didn't know more--after all, I had the book with the synopsis on the back in my hand--but I didn't. I honestly can't say if that impacted my enjoyment of this book or not, but I think it is something I should disclose because one thing that I enjoyed about this book is that I never really felt like I knew what was going on.Okay, I know that sounds like a negative, but it really works here. Of all the characters in this book, there are 2 that the instinctively know they can trust, and one of them is a very peripheral character. I don't know if I would say that the characters are unreliable, but more than Morrow is very careful about what information she gives out and when. I never knew if I was dealing with the supernatural or an elaborate hoax. Not only does this add a new dimension to the characters, but it keeps the reader pulled in from beginning to end.I was describing this book to my mother and her response was that it sounded very stressful. While I can see how she'd get that from my description, the truth is that this book is not stressful at all. I'm not sure if I can adequately describe my experience with this book, but here's my best attempt: Sometimes, I read a book and think that it would make a great movie. With this book, I felt like it would make a great stage play. It is a very contained story in that the cast of characters is limited and, with the exception of a series of flashbacks, the action takes place in one location.For me, this was a great summer read--the plot was fast and evenly paced. The characters, while sometimes a bit cliche, were entertaining. And, when it was done, I felt like my time had been well-spent while not personally feeling spent. This is the first novel by Jill Morrow that I've read and I'll be watching for more from her in the future!
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful. I love books with mysteries and paranormal spiritualism that transport me ... By Texan reader I am so angry with this author! I lost an entire day because I couldn't put the book down! It was a delicious, page-turning escape filled with plot twist after plot twist. I love books with mysteries and paranormal spiritualism that transport me back in time. Newport produced all of that and more. Between the richly drawn characters, fast-paced plotting (with lots of surprises) and engaging dialogue, I had to read the book in nearly one setting. I look forward to more from Ms. Morrow.
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