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The Housekeepers

A daring group of women risk it all in this irresistible London heist

Alex Hay author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Headline Publishing Group

Published:30th Apr '24

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A clever heist unfolds in The Housekeepers, as a group of women band together to reclaim their dignity during a lavish summer ball.

In The Housekeepers, the lavish world of Victorian Mayfair serves as the backdrop for a clever and audacious heist. As the grandest house prepares for the summer ball, loyal housekeeper Mrs. King finds herself unexpectedly dismissed. With the clock ticking and the party in full swing, she hatches a daring plan to reclaim her lost dignity and wealth. This thrilling narrative introduces readers to an extraordinary alliance of women, each with their own motivations for revenge, ready to take matters into their own hands.

The story unfolds with a delightful blend of humor and suspense, as the women navigate the opulent yet treacherous world of their former employers. Mrs. King, determined to strip the house of its riches, knows that she can't do it alone. She recruits a group of fearless women, all of whom have felt the sting of betrayal. Together, they plot to execute the heist of the century right under the noses of the high-society guests. The tension builds as the night progresses, and readers are taken on a rollercoaster of emotions, from laughter to intrigue.

The Housekeepers is not just a tale of theft; it’s a celebration of camaraderie and resilience among women who refuse to be underestimated. With its richly drawn characters and a plot that twists and turns, this historical mystery promises to keep readers engaged until the very last page, making it an unforgettable read.

This is the perfect holiday read * Guardian *
This twisty heist caper is a delightfully mischievous debut * The Times *
Downton meets Ocean's 8 * Grazia *
A page-turning delight from beginning to end * Red *
Tremendously fun * i Paper *
A brilliantly entertaining tale of revenge, with fabulous characters - this is a riotous underworld adventure * Best *
This Edwardian heist story is such a fun read! * Good Housekeeping *
Hay brings a lively tempo and an elegant wit to this zippy thriller that is also a social commentary on the plight of the powerless * Washington Post *
Wildly entertaining . . . an irresistible, deliciously audacious premise * Platinum *

ISBN: 9781472299376

Dimensions: 198mm x 128mm x 34mm

Weight: 393g

448 pages