“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. Jackie and Maria is perfect historical fiction. I adored it.”
—Hazel Gaynor, New York Times bestselling author of The Girl Who Came Home
“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, Jackie and Maria is a deep dive into glitz, glamour, and heartbreak. Gill Paul’s emotionally turbulent, amazing novels never disappoint.”
—Karen Harper, New York Times bestselling author of The Queen’s Secret
“Jackie and Maria is 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!”
—Stephanie Marie Thornton, USA Today bestselling author of And They Called It Camelot
“A stunning novel about two beautiful, famous women in love with one of the world’s wealthiest and most powerful men. The psychology and ultimate heartache that drives this story is pitch-perfect. Gill Paul’s depth of research is exceptional down to the last detail. Readers will surely encounter a new side of Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis. I simply adored this novel!”
—Renée Rosen, author of Park Avenue Summer
“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.”
—Kerri Maher, author of The Kennedy Debutante
“I can’t rave highly enough about this book—it’s my favorite Gill Paul novel to date. A dazzling yet moving portrait of two very different iconic women, it’s brilliantly researched, compellingly told, and completely fascinating. I just loved it.”
—Tracy Rees, author of The House at Silvermoor and Amy Snow
“Two of the most famous and glamorous women of the mid-twentieth 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 that keeps you gripped from (fairly) innocent beginnings to tragic endings. This is the best of historical fiction—leaving you wanting to learn more.”
—Liz Trenow, author of The Hidden Thread
“A brilliant read stretching from the 1950s to the 1970s with terrific settings in the exclusive playgrounds of the rich and famous. Glamorous and highly seductive, this compelling story explores the lives of two complex, powerful women complete with all their talents and flaws. Jackie and Maria is not just about their story; this novel also brings the twentieth century to life in vivid, colorful detail. I loved it.”
—Dinah Jefferies, author of The Missing Sister and The Tea Planter’s Wife
“Brilliantly evokes the world of the jet-setting rich and famous of the 1960s so well I felt I was living it all alongside them. I found it hard to put down once I’d started.”
—Kathleen McGurl, author of The Drowned Village and The Stationmaster’s Daughter
“What a terrific achievement! Gill Paul has cleverly tapped into the zeitgeist for reframing women’s history. In reimagining the personal lives of two of the twentieth century’s most iconic yet scrutinized and defamed women, she has restored their dignity. This is beautiful, tender, and humane storytelling.”
—Kate Thompson, author of Secrets of the Homefront Girls
“This is about two HUGE stars of [the ’60s], two women I knew little about until now, Jackie Kennedy and Maria Callas. This novel is simply stunning. I lived and breathed it for days, looking forward to being transported to their luxurious yet tragic lives. I really can’t stop thinking about these two women now. This will be HUGE!”
—Louise Beech, author of Call Me Star Girl
“Such a juicy page-turner!”
—Kris Waldherr, author of The Lost History of Dreams
“Gill Paul brings to vivid life two iconic women of the twentieth century and their intertwined destinies. Sumptuous and spellbinding.”
—Louisa Treger, author of The Dragon Lady
“I loved Gill’s brilliant Jackie and Maria. 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—I’m sure it’s going to be a huge success and that readers far and wide will fall under its spell.”
—Jenny Ashcroft, author of Island in the East
“I just loved being swept into the lives and loves—and steamy affairs—of Jackie Kennedy and Maria Callas. A fabulous book. Bravo, Gill!”
—Eve Chase, author of The Daughters of Foxcote Manor and Black Rabbit Hall