The Golden Bowl
by Henry James
847 pages~14 hrs
“Perfection is the most dangerous illusion of all.”
Maggie Verver's perfect life with her Italian Prince is a masterpiece of social grace, yet a hidden betrayal lurks beneath the surface of her family's immense wealth. As secret histories collide, Maggie must navigate a treacherous psychological game to preserve her marriage and her father's happiness.
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