“And They Called It Camelot is the book club pick of the year. Stephanie Marie Thornton brings an American icon to life: Jackie the debutante, the First Lady, the survivor who at last becomes the heroine of her own story.”
—Kate Quinn, New York Times bestselling author of The Rose Code
“An extraordinary profile of the courage and grace of the indomitable Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis, And They Called It Camelot is impeccably researched and richly drawn. . . . An unputdownable, unforgettable read.”
—Chanel Cleeton, New York Times bestselling author of The Most Beautiful Girl in Cuba
“Addictive, dishy, and emotionally haunting, this novel paints an intimate portrait of a tumultuous marriage that played out on the world’s stage and ended in national tragedy. . . . Vivid, engrossing, and utterly unforgettable, And They Called It Camelot is Thornton’s best work yet.”
—Stephanie Dray, New York Times bestselling author of The Women of Chateau Lafayette
“Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis leaves an enduring (and intimidating) legacy; for a writer, finding something new and meaningful to say about her is a daunting task. Thornton harnesses her immense talent for historical fiction and combines it with a biographer’s immersive research to create a rich portrait that is both intimate and thoughtful while also wildly addictive. I tore through these pages and you will too. Thornton gifts her readers with a fresh appreciation for the indomitable woman behind the iconic sunglasses.”
—Steven Rowley, author of The Editor
“Stephanie Thornton has compellingly and sympathetically humanized an American icon. Well researched and beautifully written, And They Called It Camelot is compulsively readable historical fiction!”
—Laura Kamoie, New York Times bestselling coauthor of My Dear Hamilton
“In her rich, fascinating account of Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis’s life, author Stephanie Marie Thornton effortlessly transports us back in time. . . . A powerful and uplifting portrayal.”
—Woman’s World
“Thornton captures a celebrity with whom the world mourned in November 1963, but her down-to-earth approach has given us the opportunity for a more intimate and less sensational look at Jackie, the wife and mother. Highly recommended.”
—Historical Novel Society
“Even if you think you know the story of Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy Onassis, you’re in for a rare behind-the-scenes look at the former First Lady’s life. . . . This book is nothing short of magical.”
—Renée Rosen, author of The Social Graces
“This book grabbed me from page one and wouldn’t let me go. A multidimensional imagining of the trials and triumphs of Jaqueline Bouvier Kennedy, And They Called It Camelot will make you rethink everything you thought you knew about this remarkable First Lady.”
—Kerri Maher, author of The Girl in White Gloves
“Students of history will appreciate Thornton’s exacting research and convincing portrayal of the First Lady and style icon, and Kennedy aficionados will feel as if they have an unparalleled access to Camelot. Thornton’s magnificent portrayal of Onassis will delight fans of Kennedy-related fiction.”
—Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“And They Called It Camelot is a sumptuous, propulsive, scandal-filled peek behind the curtain of American royalty. Thornton gives the reader a fascinating look at the masks worn by those who live in the public life.”
—Erika Robuck, national bestselling author of The Invisible Woman
“Simply spellbinding. . . . A tale of love and devastation, greatness and sacrifice, this remarkable novel will grip readers until the last page.”
—Kristin Beck, author of Courage, My Love
“Readers will enjoy this heartbreaking story of a wife’s fierce pride and loyalty to her president and country, despite years of marital loneliness and loss.”
—Library Journal
“Tackling a larger-than-life person such as Jackie Kennedy is a daunting undertaking, and Stephanie Marie Thornton handles that challenge splendidly. Thornton’s decision to have Jackie narrate her own story lends an intimate feel to the tale . . . a fascinating and personal portrait of one of America’s most iconic women.”
—Bookreporter
“As juicy and enlightening as a page in Meghan Markle’s diary.”
—InStyle