{"product_id":"9781836039969","title":"The Lavender Bride : A glamorous, gripping historical read from the author of the Hollywood Governess (Large Print)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA sweeping, intoxicating tale of love, ambition, and betrayal in golden-age Hollywood — perfect for fans of Evelyn Hugo, Taylor Jenkins-Reid, and Kristin Hannah. Shortlisted for the RNA historical romance novel of the year award 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn English rose with American dreams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAudrey Wade longs to escape her domineering father and the bleak streets of post-war Yorkshire. Hollywood glitters with glamour, freedom, and the promise of a life with her best friend Freddie. But when Freddie abandons her, Audrey is left to chase her dreams alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA Heartthrob with secrets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRex Trent is more than Hollywood's leading man. Charismatic and dangerously handsome, he's adored by millions and watched by powerful enemies in a paranoid 1950s America. One wrong move could destroy him.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA romance born of ambition and betrayal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Rex proposes, Audrey is swept into Hollywood's glamour and high-stakes secrets. But she soon discovers Rex's dark side and faces a choice: cling to a man who may never love her, or risk everything to forge her own path?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA gripping new historical novel from a wonderful new voice. Perfect for fans of Wendy Holden and Allison Pataki.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePraise for Alexandra Weston:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Set in the glamorous world of 1930s Hollywood, Weston has written a stunning book that I devoured in two days, with a heroine I was rooting for all the way. Full of surprises, this book gets five shiny Oscar-winning stars from me\" Bestselling author Jenni Keer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'A delightful and perfectly pitched story of the golden age of Hollywood and a young woman's struggle to find her place in the world.' Bestselling author Lauren Westwood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'I absolutely loved this book! The story catapulted me straight into gloomy post war Britain then onto glamorous Hollywood. I really felt for Audrey as she battled to follow her dreams at a time when women were expected to be demure and decorative. I was captivated by this gorgeous read from the very first page.' Bestselling author Victoria Springfield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"I adored this beautiful story. A glorious, unforgettable read\" Bestselling author Renita D'Silva'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Jane Eyre meets Rebecca meets Swing Time! I absolutely loved this beautifully written tale of old Hollywood - and Yorkshire! Mysterious, evocative and so compelling, I read it in 24 hours\" Bestselling author Jenni Fletcher\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Alexandra Weston's characterisation and narrative voice are superb. Highly recommended.\" The Historical Novel Society\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"I loved this book such a sweet and beautiful story! I thoroughly enjoyed reading it! Definitely 5 stars!\" Reader Review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"One of the most charming books I've read in a long time\" Reader Review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"Fabulous book!! It had some serious Evelyn Hugo vibes\" Reader Review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"I can't wait to read more from Alexandra Weston as this was fantastic\" Reader Review\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Boldwood Books Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48867254075627,"sku":"00000_00000_00000_00000","price":79.65,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/4484\/5803\/files\/9781836039969-1.jpg?v=1781706494","url":"https:\/\/kinokuniya.com.sg\/products\/9781836039969","provider":"Books Kinokuniya Singapore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}