Writing my second novel has been a wild ride! I’m now on my third draft with plans for publication in Spring 2018 by She Writes Press. I’m sharing with you, my blog subscribers, a quick synopsis of the book here. Let me know what you think. I found this picture on Pinterest where I’ve been doing a lot of my visual research.
Synopsis for “The Silver Shoes”
Thirty-year old San Francisco artist Anne McFarland has been distracted by a cross-country romance with Sergio and has veered from her creative path. While visiting him in New York, she buys a pair of rhinestone shoes in an antique shop, which spark her imagination and lead her on a quest to learn more about the shoes’ original owner. Almost ninety years earlier Clair Deveraux, a sheltered 1929 New York debutante, tries to reside within the bounds of polite society and please her father. But when she meets Winnie, a Macy’s shop girl, Clair is lured into the steamy side of Manhattan filled with speakeasies, flappers, and the beat of “that devil music” and her true desires explode wide open. Secrets and lies stack up until she loses everything in the stock market crash and she becomes entangled in the burlesque world to save her family and herself. Both Anne and Clair, in different eras, work toward finding fulfillment despite others’ expectations.
Looking forward to reading it!
Jill, I admire you so much. You’re consistent by doing a sequel. I am looking forward to the new book. Those shoes are incredible.
Sounds like a great sequel. Trish
Looks like a great story! Cant wait to read it …..😊😊 Liz
Jill,
The shoes are exquisite–I can’t wait to read the story about them!! And the continuing story of Anne and Sergio!!
Loving it, Jill. And loving those shoes, too. I’m looking forward to holding this book in my hands and reading long into the night. Another engaging story we’re all waiting for.
Beautiful shoes…great story! Looking forward to it!
you are on a fantastic role Jill. Love the shoes and book sounds intriguing.
With the addition of some taps, you could be using those in your class. Nice pair to spur on a creative splurge.
I want those shoes! And I can’t wait to read the book.
Wonderful, another story of time travel. I love the romantic 1920’s, eager to take another ride with you, Jill.
Love the shoes and love the speakeasy period. It will be fun to explore your story world.
It’s going to be a good one. Oh what karma those shoes must carry!
Love the shoes. The book sounds like a great read. Waiting patiently.
So ready for another great read. Love the 👠
Sounds so intriguing Jill, I can’t wait to read it. Congratulations on pushing forward with the second novel.
I’m really looking forward to your next book. So excited to read it!
Love it, Jill! Can’t wait!
This sounds really intriguing. Looking forward to reading this new creation of your wonderful imagination. P.S. A friend gave me a crystal snowflake pin for Christmas. It’s a great reminder of The Black Velvet Coat that I had reported on in my Mystery Buffs class.
Barb – It’s great to hear from you! Thank you so much for sharing about “The Black Velvet Coat” with your class. Be ready, when you wear your snowflake pin magical things might begin to happen.
I just finished reading The Black Velvet Coat. I loved it & am so delighted you are doing a sequel! The shoes are amazing & I will eagerly await the new book! You are inspiring & creative & I am delighted I found your work. I also have a crystal snowflake pin that I am going to look for! I haven’t worn it in years!!
Peggy – Thank you so much for reading The Black Velvet Coat. I’m so glad you enjoyed it! I hope you find your snowflake pin.
Jill, I have been waiting for your next book. Sounds exciting. I don’t usually wish time to move quickly but I am looking forward to Spring, 2018.
Phyllis – Thank you so much! I’m looking forward to my novel’s June release also.