Curse of Riches

In Curse of Riches, Claire Prentice uncovers the captivating and tumultuous story of the Wendel family, a prominent Gilded Age clan in New York City known for their immense wealth and eccentricities. Through six years of meticulous research, Prentice reveals a narrative filled with sibling rivalries, scandalous accusations, and a hidden love story, all set against the backdrop of their mysterious Fifth Avenue mansion. This exploration of a family that once stood alongside the Astors and Vanderbilts paints a vivid picture of wealth, power, and dysfunction in a rapidly changing society.