Publisher's Synopsis
The Costly Star by Margaret Slattery is a captivating novel that tells the story of a young woman named Catherine who is determined to uncover the truth about her family's past. Catherine has always been curious about her ancestors and their mysterious past, but her father has always been reluctant to talk about it.After her father's death, Catherine discovers a box of old letters and documents that reveal a shocking secret about her family's history. She learns that her great-grandfather was involved in a scandalous affair with a famous actress, and that he may have been responsible for her untimely death.Determined to uncover the truth, Catherine sets out on a journey to trace her family's roots and uncover the secrets that have been hidden for generations. Along the way, she meets a handsome young man named Edward who helps her in her quest.As Catherine delves deeper into her family's past, she discovers that the truth is far more complicated than she ever imagined. She must confront dark secrets and long-buried betrayals that threaten to destroy everything she holds dear.The Costly Star is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and redemption that will keep readers on the edge of their seats from beginning to end. Margaret Slattery's vivid prose and richly drawn characters make this novel a must-read for fans of historical fiction and romantic suspense.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
