Teddy

In this captivating debut novel set in glamorous 1969 Rome, the free-spirited Teddy Huntley Carlyle navigates her new life as the wife of an American diplomat amid intrigue and scandal. Eager for a fresh start and determined to reinvent herself, Teddy aims to charm her husband’s colleagues and maintain an image of discretion and propriety. However, her plans unravel unexpectedly during a July Fourth celebration, plunging her into a chaotic situation that her connections and manners can’t rescue her from. With a mix of effervescence and drama, this story explores themes of transformation and the challenges of maintaining appearances.