Second Best Thing

In this captivating nonfiction short story, bestselling author James Swanson explores the allure of a remarkable night in history featuring President John F. Kennedy and Marilyn Monroe. Set against the backdrop of Monroe’s sultry performance at Kennedy's birthday fundraiser in 1962, the narrative delves into the intriguing events of a private summit hosted by Bing Crosby and a secretive after-party attended by only a select few. With tantalizing insights into an exclusive moment shrouded in rumor and myth, Swanson skillfully reconstructs a night that has fascinated historians and the public for decades.