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The After Party
From the acclaimed author of The Yonahlossee Riding Camp for Girls comes a tale of enduring female friendship—full of its intense struggles and delights—set against a backdrop of affluence, elegance, and high expectations.
Joan Fortier personifies Texas glamour, reigning supreme over the 1950s Houston social scene. With her tall, blonde beauty and commanding presence, she captivates both the men who desire her and the women who envy her. Cece Buchanan, Joan's lifelong friend, is seen as either her loyal companion or her accomplice, depending on who you ask. But when Joan's reckless behavior intensifies during the summer they turn twenty-five, Cece feels compelled to rein her in, leading to a single, consequential decision.
The After Party offers a mesmerizing glimpse into the world of the rich and glamorous during a memorable era, revealing a friendship as passionate, exhilarating, consuming, and complex as any romance.