On Gin Lane

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Utterly captivating. What a lovely summer novel! Elin Hilderbrand, New York Times bestselling author

On Gin Lane encapsulates the very best of historical fiction. Fiona Davis, New York Times bestselling author

After her fianc whisks her off to the glistening shores of Southampton in June of 1957, one young socialite begins to realize that her glamorous summer is giving her everythingexcept what she really wantsin this new novel from the author of Summer Darlings.

Everleigh Lee Farrows thinks she finally has life all figured out: a handsome fianc named Roland, a trust in her name, and a house in Bronxville waiting for her to fill it with three adorable children. That is, until Roland brings her out to the Hamptons for a summer that will change everything.

Most women could only dream of the engagement present Roland unexpectedly bestows on Leea beachside hotel on the prized Gin Lanebut Lees delight is clouded by unpleasant memories of another hotel, the Plaza, where she grew up in the shadow of her mothers mental illness. Shaking off flashbacks, Lee resolves to dive into an unforgettable summer with poolside Bellinis, daily tennis matches, luncheons with her Manhattan circle, and her beloved camera in tow. But when tragedy strikes on the hotels opening weekend, the cracks in Lees picture-perfect future slowly begin to reveal themselves, and Lee must look deep within herself to determine if the life shes always wanted will ever truly be enough.

From the regal inns to the farmland, the well-heeled New Yorkers to the Bohemian artists, the East End of Long Island is a hodge-podge of the changing American landscape in the late 1950sand the perfect place for Lee to discover who she really is.

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What a lovely summer novel! On Gin Lanefollows charming New York socialite Everleigh Farrows as she navigates the tricky social terrain of the Hamptons in the summer of 1957. The exquisite care given to vintage detail in this novel was utterly captivatingI felt like I was eating tomato sandwiches, bumping into romantic rivals at the Maidstone Club, and dancing in the street in my espadrilles. Elin Hilderbrand, #1 New York Timesbestselling author of The Hotel Nantucket

Set on the tony East End of Long Island where the beautiful people play,On Gin Laneencapsulates the very best of historical fiction, delving into timeless questions about the traditional expectations of women versus the challenges and rewards of pursuing a creative career. An exciting, fast-paced, enchanting read.Fiona Davis,New York Timesbestselling author ofThe Magnolia Palace

Brooke Lea Foster brilliantly captures a bygone era in this sparkling tale of self-discovery that has it all: mystery, romance, and life-changing friendship.On Gin Laneis the perfect summer escape.Jamie Brenner, bestselling author ofBlush

On Gin Lanebegins as a languid, sensual glimpse into the lives of women in the late 1950s until a shocking eventand the ensuing investigationratchets up the tension. The book is at once a page-turner that kept me reading into the night, and a reminder of the importance of carving out a place for ourselves, whether it is by creating art or finding where we belong.Janet Skeslien Charles,New York Timesbestselling author ofThe Paris Library

If youre looking to dive into historical fiction this summer, look no further than Brooke Lea FostersOn Gin Lane. Its the summer of 1957, and New York City socialite Lee Farrows seems to have it all: a handsome fianc, a load of money, and a beachside hotel on Gin Lane in Southampton. But after a tragic incident occurs during the hotels opening weekend, Lees picture perfect life is suddenly shattered and she is forced to reckon with herself.Town & Country

Pressured to become a society wife by her wealthy parents in 1957, Everleighyearns for a career in photographyand slowly grows bolder. Her journey captures the excitement and trepidation of women forging a new era. People

"In this atmospheric new novel, Brooke Lea Foster explores the glittering and bohemian world of the Hamptons in the 1950sand the dark underbelly that her protagonist never could have imagined. A page-turning mix of historical fiction and coming-of-age, readers will devour On Gin Lane, and its lessons of self-discovery and following ones heart will remain long after the final page. This utterly enchanting tale is best savored poolsideand looks stunning on the coffee table to boot!" Off The Shelf

On Gin Lanefirst seduces with everything readers want in a sun-drenched tale: glamorous and colorful characters, evocative settings, and enough secrets to topple a town. But as our heroine battles a suspicious fire, fianc, and social circle, author Foster slyly starts adding all the heady thrills of a modern-dayRebeccato the intoxicating mix. An un-put-downable, irresistible summer read.Natalie Jenner, author of the international bestsellerThe Jane Austen SocietyandBloomsbury Girls

In this atmospheric new novel, Brooke Lea Foster explores the glittering and bohemian world of the Hamptons in the 1950sand the dark underbelly that her protagonist never could have imagined. A page-turning mix of historical fiction and coming-of-age, readers will devourOn Gin Lane, and its lessons of self-discovery and following one's heart will remain long after the final page. An utterly enchanting tale.Kristy Woodson Harvey,New York Timesbestselling author ofUnder the Southern Sky

The glitzy late 50s Hamptons sparkles like a coupe of champagne in this tantalizing novel from the talented Brooke Lea Foster. A delightfully complex tale of deceit, social maneuvering, and self-determination that will have you cheering for the gutsy main character as she fights for the right to control her own fate.Kristin Harmel,New York Timesbestselling author ofThe Forest of Vanishing Stars
"Brooke Lea Fosterpivots from Marthas Vineyard to the Hamptons for another perceptive beach drama.On Gin Laneexpertly builds out the various characters, revealing the ugly truths hidden by their wealth and social status. This story of a young womans self-discovery captivates." Publishers Weekly
An engaging story that pairs a strong, female protagonists self-discovery with vivid descriptions of both setting and characters throughout. Booklist
So, what sets one beach read apart from another In On Gin Lane,Foster cleverly latches onto cultural history. 27East
"Prepare to pack your beach bag this summer with the ultimate historical summer read from Brooke Lea Foster." Women.com
On Gin Lane takes readers to a beautiful location. We can smell the ocean, we are poolside for Bellinis and luncheons, and on the courts for daily tennis matches. But behind the aesthetically pleasing atmosphere, there are cracks and lies in the faade. Is Roland who he presents to be Who or what is behind the fire Does Lee really want to settle down and get married or have a career What other lies, misleading untruths and fraud are behind all the glamourIts a perfect summer read for the pool or beach. Chick Lit Central

Author Bio

BrookeLeaFosteris an award-winning journalist whose articles have appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post Magazine, The Atlantic, The Boston Globe Sunday Magazine, and HuffPost, among others. Analumna of The Writing Institute at Sarah Lawrence College, she is the author of three nonfiction books and the novels Summer Darlings and On Gin Lane.