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alekee02
, February 22, 2021
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This is an in-depth look at the life of Kay Swift, an immensely talented woman who married well, had three daughters, and a career on Broadway. She was a Classically trained pianist, and thus is put on the path to meet George Gershwin.
This read is full of name drops and through the author we rub shoulder with some very famous people.
What a dynamic pair Kay and George become and the world was blessed because of their union.
The fact that Kay was married at the time of there affair didn’t seem to bother anyone, although this story takes place during the 1920’s and ’30’s, their morals were not the greatest!
I found it interesting that James Warburg, Kay’s husband and a very successful banker, wrote a lot of the lyrics for Kay’s music, and with their money are able to finance Broadway musicals.
What I did love about this book is all the historical facts that are provided, from the depression to the beginning of the evil rising in Europe. From the streets of New York City to Reno Nevada, and trips to Europe.
Happy and very sad happenings, these will keep you page turning, and be sure to author’s notes!
I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Gallery Books, and was not required to give a positive review.
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