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A captivating new historical novel from Madeline Martin, set in Victorian London about a forbidden book club, dangerous secrets, and the women who dare to break free.
"Sometimes, velvet-draped parlors conceal more than scandal...they hide whispers of rebellion. And so unfolds a tale of courage, friendship, and the power of books explored in Madeline Martin's latest, The Secret Book Society. Poignant, subversive, and sure to be a hit with book clubs."—Sarah Penner, New York Times bestselling author of The Amalfi Curse
“Madeline Martin’s The Secret Book Society is a triumph of historical fiction—rich with impeccable research and brimming with heart. She brings Victorian London to life with vivid detail, immersing readers in a world where literature becomes a lifeline and the secret language of flowers speaks volumes. This is a love letter to the power of books, friendship, and the quiet, radical strength of women who dare to dream beyond the constraints of their time. Martin masterfully weaves danger, mystery, and hope into a story that empowers and uplifts. I was completely swept away by this bold, beautiful tale of sisterhood and self-discovery.”
—Eliza Knight, USA Today and international bestselling author of Confessions of a Grammar Queen
"In The Secret Book Society, Madeline Martin crafts a beguiling tale of sisterhood and empowerment, set against the enigmatic background of Victorian England. Fans of Sarah Penner’s The Lost Apothecary will devour this book, which brings together historical mystery, breathtaking suspense and female friendship in a heady and breathtaking masterpiece."—Pam Jenoff, New York Times Bestselling Author of Last Twlight in Paris
"Martin’s literary fusion of Bridgerton and The Chick’s Earl brims with a mischievous glee, while at the same time offering a sobering look at how women have been subjugated for the simple joy of reading. The novel stands as a testament to women’s ingenuity, strength, and empowerment. Another winner by a masterful writer."—Fiona Davis, New York Times bestselling author of The Stolen Queen
“The Secret Book Society is a magnificent historical novel about the bonds of sisterhood and the power of books to unite and inspire. Madeline Martin brings the Victorian era to breathtaking life with her lush descriptions and perfectly paced storytelling. Every line is elegantly rendered, conjuring the shimmer of a silk dress, the suspense of a weighted look, and the mystery of soon-to-be discovered secrets. An absolute masterpiece.”—Mimi Matthews, USA Today bestselling author of The Muse of Maiden Lane
ABOUT THE SECRET BOOK SOCIETY:
You are cordially invited to the Secret Book Society…
London, 1895: Trapped by oppressive marriages and societal expectations, three women receive a mysterious invitation to an afternoon tea at the home of the reclusive Lady Duxbury. Beneath the genteel facade of the gathering lies a secret book club—a sanctuary where they can discover freedom, sisterhood, and the courage to rewrite their stories.
Eleanor Clarke, a devoted mother suffocating under the tyranny of her husband. Rose Wharton, a transplanted American dollar princess struggling to fit the mold of an aristocratic wife. Lavinia Cavendish, an artistic young woman haunted by a dangerous family secret. All are drawn to the enigmatic Lady Duxbury, a thrice-widowed countess whose husbands’ untimely deaths have sparked whispers of murder.
As the women form deep, heartwarming friendships, they uncover secrets about their marriages, their pasts, and the risks they face. Their courage is their only weapon in the oppressive world that has kept them silent, but when secrets are deadly, one misstep could cost them everything.
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Hi, and thanks for checking out my website! I’m Madeline Martin, a New York Times, USA Today, Publisher’s Weekly, and internationally bestselling author of historical fiction and historical romance with books that have been translated into over twenty-five different languages.
I live in sunny Florida with my two daughters (known collectively as the minions), two incredibly spoiled cats (sorry, not sorry!) and a man so wonderful he’s been dubbed Mr. Awesome.
I am a die-hard history lover and will happily lose myself in research any day. When I’m not writing, researching or ‘moming’, I’m usually at Disney or sneaking a couple spoonfuls of Nutella while laughing over cat videos.
I also love to travel, and attribute my fascination with history to having spent most of my childhood as an Army brat in Germany.
I’ve been writing for over twenty years and have published with small press publishers, independently, and now through Hanover Square Press under Harper Collins.
After a long career in Corporate America, I’m now a full time author and it’s such a dream realized – one that took abut fifteen years to achieve! I love giving presentations to help motivate people and share my journey and the research behind my books.
And with everything I’ve learned in the decades I’ve been writing, I enjoy doing workshops to share what I know.
I also love to meet with book clubs, so make sure you check out the Book Clubs tab for reader guides and to see if I’m free to pop in for a zoom chat with your book club.
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