Indiscretions [Hardcover]

Ariana Scott (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 1, 1985

The Haven Women--born into Hollywood sin and  scandal, they inherited their mother's passion...  Venetian, Paris, India-three beautiful women, each  named for the city or country in which she'd been  conceived, each driven by passionate needs for  success and love. Raised apart, their past bound by one  extraordinary woman-the legendary Jenny Haven. She  gave them life. She gave them everything they  needed to "make it." then-suddenly,  mysteriously-she was gone, leaving them only a tangled web  of lies...

"Elizabeth Adler weaves the saga  and mystery genres together." --  Kirkus Reviews  

"Elizabeth Adler writes with charm, wit, warmth, and a  good deal of raw suspense... the way things should  happen in big, glitzy novels."  --Rave Reviews

--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Although this story spans the world of high society from Hollywood to Paris to London to Rome, essentially it is a moral tale about three hard-working girls trying to make it. Named for the cities and places where they were born, Paris, India and Venetia are the daughters of Jenny Haven, glamorous American film star, and have been raised according to the Puritan work ethicleavened by a dash of haute couture. When Jenny dies under mysterious circumstances, the daughters hope that some of her millions will trickle down to boost their budding businesses. But their mother has apparently died in penury and now each daughter must create her own success, as well as try to clear Jenny's name. Typical of romance novels written by some British writers, this is saucily titled, impeccably written, predictably plotted and essentially rather dull. Doubleday Book Club featured alternate.
Copyright 1986 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

From the Publisher

The Haven Women--born into Hollywood sin and scandal, they inherited their mother's passion... Venetian, Paris, India-three beautiful women, each named for the city or country in which she'd been conceived, each driven by passionate needs for success and love. Raised apart, their past bound by one extraordinary woman-the legendary Jenny Haven. She gave them life. She gave them everything they needed to "make it." then-suddenly, mysteriously-she was gone, leaving them only a tangled web of lies...

"Elizabeth Adler weaves the saga and mystery genres together." -- Kirkus Reviews

"Elizabeth Adler writes with charm, wit, warmth, and a good deal of raw suspense... the way things should happen in big, glitzy novels." --Rave Reviews --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 312 pages
• Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton Ltd (July 1, 1985)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0340377321
• ISBN-13: 978-0340377321
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.7 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,903,048 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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11 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Pretty good...if unrealistic, July 16, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Indiscretions (Paperback)

I've read this book more than once. It keeps moving from the first page all the way to the end. My only criticism is that the plot is a bit unrealistic. Everyone just happens to be incredibly beautiful, everyone lives as if they are very wealthy (even if they are supposed to be poor), and it is just way too easy to meet the richest man in the world at a casual dinner party. The book is entertaining and great for a quick, easy read.

0 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good service, April 20, 2009

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This review is from: Indiscretions (Paperback)

I recently reported that the book I received from Great Time Books was not in the condition I expected.

I am happy to report that Great Time Books has refunded my money. That means a lot.

Nancy White