The Riviera Set

The Riviera Set explores the vibrant social scene at the Château de l'Horizon near Cannes over four decades, from the 1920s to 1960, highlighting the lives of notable figures such as Coco Chanel, Noel Coward, and Prince Aly Khan. Central to the story is Maxine Elliott, whose influence helped shape the cultural and political gossip of the era, with the Château serving as a backdrop for legendary parties, romances, and high society intrigue. Mary Lovell's engaging storytelling vividly brings this glamorous, tumultuous period to life.