Novel Ideas: “The Wife, The Maid, and the Mistress” by Ariel Lawhon (JCCL)

Explore classic and contemporary fiction and nonfiction from around the world. This group will sample critically acclaimed and prize-winning titles with open and inclusive discussion.

This month’s read: The Wife, The Maid, and the Mistress, by Ariel Lawhon. The real-life disappearance of New York Judge Joseph Crater was never solved. His life is now examined through the eyes of the three women who knew him best: his society wife, the showgirl he fooled around with, and the maid he intimidated with his power. (Pick up your copy of November’s book, Marley.)