You’re a clever charmer!

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Witty, charismatic, and full of clever solutions—this is you. Your ability to navigate social situations and win people over sets you apart. You could easily charm a royal court, negotiate a truce between rivals, or uncover secrets with just a well-placed comment. Beneath your polished exterior is a sharp mind, and you know how to use both your charm and your intelligence to thrive in any historical era.

Heroines

 Grace Healey from The Lost Girls of Paris by Pam Jenoff: A savvy and resourceful woman who stumbles upon a collection of photographs that unlocks a WWII spy network’s secrets.

Nella Oortman from The Miniaturist by Jessie Burton: A young bride whose sharp observations uncover the unsettling truths about her new family’s fortune.

Elizabeth Bennet from Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice: A charming, intelligent, and self-assured woman whose sharp mind and charisma light up every room.

Our Book Recommendations

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A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles: A sophisticated, witty tale of Count Rostov’s charming survival under house arrest in a luxurious Moscow hotel.

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The Gown by Jennifer Robson: A compelling account of the seamstresses behind Queen Elizabeth’s wedding gown, and their personal struggles and triumphs.

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A Well-Behaved Woman

A Well-Behaved Woman by Therese Anne Fowler: The fascinating story of Alva Vanderbilt, a woman whose cleverness and charm elevated her position in Gilded Age society.

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