An Evening with Fiona Davis
Featured Book
Samantha
From American Girl and New York Times bestselling author Fiona Davis comes the next chapter of Samantha Parkington's story--now an adult searching for justice after her legacy is stolen in New York City in 1920.
It’s 1920, and 25-year-old Samantha Parkington is working hard to educate women in New York about suffrage and encourage them to vote in their first presidential election that fall. But when Samantha’s large inheritance, including her childhood Mount Bedford home, is stolen in a shocking scheme, she goes from socialite to shop girl overnight and experiences a very different side of New York City living in a boarding house. Searching for clues regarding the theft of her inheritance, she infiltrates the business of a notorious criminal in New York City. Determined as ever, Samantha will do whatever it takes to find answers and save her family’s legacy.
About This Event
The Book Stall welcomes bestselling author Fiona Davis for a discussion featuring her new book, Samantha: The Next Chapter . This first American Girl book for adults follows one of American Girl's most beloved characters, Samantha Parkington--now an adult searching for justice after her legacy is stolen in New York City in 1920. Fiona Davis brings her signature talent to craft an all-new adult voice for Samantha Parkington, perfect for fans who grew up with American Girl and for readers of historical fiction. Fiona Davis will be in-conversation with literary writer Ashley Hasty. The ticket price is $33 and includes a copy of the book. Ms. Davis will be happy to sign her works!Fiona Davis is the New York Times bestselling author of several novels, including The Stolen Queen, The Magnolia Palace, and The Lions of Fifth Avenue, which was a Good Morning America Book Club pick. She’s a graduate of the Columbia Journalism School and is based in New York City.Ashley Hasty is the founder of the Chicago Literary Salon, a Chicago-based series of intimate, dinner party–style author events designed to spark meaningful conversation and connection through books. She holds a Ph.D. in fashion history and brings a unique interdisciplinary perspective to her work, blending storytelling, culture, and style. In 2016, Ashley launched her blog, HastyBookList.com, where she shares curated book recommendations, author interviews, and insights into the literary world. Through both her writing and her events, she is passionate about creating spaces where readers feel inspired, engaged, and part of a larger literary community.
Featured Author
Fiona Davis
Fiona Davis is the New York Times bestselling author of several novels, including The Stolen Queen, The Magnolia Palace, and The Lions of Fifth Avenue, which was a Good Morning America Book Club pick. She’s a graduate of the Columbia Journalism School and is based in New York City.
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