Publisher's Synopsis
WHERE True Beauty LIES A MODERNIZATION OF THE BOOK OF ESTHER In the dazzling halls of Baltia's most exclusive gala, power, beauty, and ambition collide during Thomas Edmonds' presidency. Poverty has been eradicated, crime is non-existent, and an economy admired by leaders worldwide. But beneath the glitz of the banquet halls and global acclaim, an undercurrent of ambition and betrayal threatens to destroy it all. Behind the scenes of this perfect nation lies a gilded life of vanity and secrets. The president's wife, Leah, basks in her role as Baltia's glamorous first lady, adored for her stunning beauty and impeccable image. Yet her outward perfection masks a fragile reality, as envy and self-interest begin to cloud her judgment and draw her into a dangerous territory. In the midst of this world, Katie, a spirited and grounded young woman, rises from obscurity to challenge the ideals of power and beauty in Baltia. Her authenticity and inner strength capture the nation's attention-and the president's admiration-placing her at the heart of a high-stakes battle between truth and deception. Inspired by the timeless story of Esther, this gripping modern retelling explores the nature of beauty, the courage to stand for what is right, and the sacrifices we make to reveal where true beauty lies.
