Christine's Book Club returns with a captivating October pick you won't want to put down — The Work Wife by Alison B. Hart. Zanne Klein never envisioned herself working as the right hand to the Hollywood power couple, Ted and Holly Stabler. A decade later, at thirty-eight, she's deep into managing the extravagant desires of this cinema dynasty, all while pocketing a handsome salary.
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Yet, this day isn't just another check on the calendar. The Stabler estate is buzzing with preparation for THE Hollywood bash of the year. If Zanne can ensure the evening goes off without a hitch, that coveted chief of staff position might finally be within her grasp. It's not just about prestige— it's a chance to secure a future for her girlfriend, a home for herself, and to finally clear her daunting student debts.
Challenges arise, as they often do. From a discontented staff to a prying journalist and a hostess with itchy feet, Zanne is determined to handle it all. However, the sudden appearance of Ted’s ex-business associate, Phoebe Lee, throws the spanner in the works. The ensuing chaos threatens to unveil some explosive truths. Zanne soon finds herself questioning: At what cost comes loyalty and ambition?
In The Work Wife, Alison B Hart masterfully unfolds the narrative over a single day, offering us three riveting viewpoints. It's a poignant exploration of female ambition, the weight of complicity, the shadows of privilege, and the cost of dreams denied. Dive into this mesmerizing tale, and let's discuss it together! ✨📖
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