Betty, a young woman in the 1990s, moves to London seeking a fresh start and must track down a mysterious woman mentioned in her grandmother Arlette’s will. Arlette, once a vibrant figure in 1920s London, lived a dazzling life of parties and jazz before a tragedy forced her to leave the city forever. Betty’s search unveils a poignant secret from Arlette’s past that could transform her own future.
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Betty, a young woman in the 1990s, moves to London seeking a fresh start and must track down a mysterious woman mentioned in her grandmother Arlette’s will. Arlette, once a vibrant figure in 1920s London, lived a dazzling life of parties and jazz before a tragedy forced her to leave the city forever. Betty’s search unveils a poignant secret from Arlette’s past that could transform her own future.
London, 1920. Arlette works in Liberty by day, and by night is caughty up in a glamorous whirl of parties, clubs, cocktails and jazz. But when tragedy strikes she flees the city, never to return. Over half a century later, in the grungy mid-'90s, her graddaughter Betty arrives in London. She can't wait to begin her new life. But before she can do so, she must find the mysterious woman named in her grandmother's will. What she doesn't know is that her search will uncover the heartbreaking secret ...
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Several sexual situations depicted, some explicit; includes fade-to-black scenes and one brief on-page encounter. One brief rape scene; some themes of coercion in relationships.
Brief depictions of physical altercations; no graphic gore.
Occasional mild profanity and strong language.
Frequent alcohol consumption in social settings, including cocktails and parties; some smoking; portrayed as part of bohemian lifestyle without heavy caution.
No LGBTQIA+ representation.
No religious themes present.
No witchcraft or occult elements.
No evidence found in available sources.
Subtle references to 1920s social changes and bohemian culture.
No self-harm or suicide depicted.
Instances of emotional distress and family tragedy; no detailed abuse. One brief rape scene; some themes of coercion in relationships.
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