Envy

Gossip Girl meets the Gilded Age in this delicious and compelling novel, the third in the New York Times bestselling series from author Anna Godbersen.In the thrilling third installment of Anna Godbersens bestselling Luxe series, Manhattans most envied residents appear to have everything they desire: Wealth. Beauty. Happiness. But sometimes the most practiced smiles hide the most scandalous secrets.Jealous whispers. Old rivalries. New betrayals. This is Manhattan, 1899.Two months after Elizabeth Hollands dramatic homecoming, Manhattan eagerly awaits her return to the pinnacle of society. When Elizabeth refuses to rejoin her sister Dianas side, however, those watching New Yorks favorite family begin to suspect that all is not as it seems behind the stately doors of No. 17 Gramercy Park South. Farther uptown, Henry and Penelope Schoonmaker are the citys most celebrated couple. But despite the glittering diamond ring on Penelopes finger, the newlyweds share little more than scorn for each other. And while the newspapers call Penelopes social-climbing best friend, Carolina Broad, an heiress, her fortuneand her fameis anything but secure. Mystery, romance, jealousy, betrayal, humor, and gorgeous, historically accurate details. I couldnt put The Luxe down! Cecily von Ziegesar, author of the #1 New York Times bestselling Gossip Girl series