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Nantucket Gala
Hollywood's Nantucket Gala. A mysterious death. A screenwriter whose secrets just might point to the truth -- if only she'll share them.
What really happened that night?
It was the summer of 1985 when an up-and-coming actress lost her life at The Nantucket Gala.
In attendance that night were Greta and Bernard Copperfield, a famous director named Francis Bianchi, his wife, and a rising actress set to star in Francis' next Natalie Masterson.
But Natalie never starred in Francis' production. She left Nantucket in a body bag.
Rumors circulated that Francis was the one who killed Natalie. But why would he take out his rising star? For some, it didn't add up.
But that night, Francis left the United States for Paris and never returned. Supposedly, there wasn't enough evidence to drag him back.
Time went on. Until now.
Henry Crawford is the grandson of Greta and Bernard Copperfield and a wanna-be screenwriter eager to prove himself in Hollywood. Like many others his age, his problems are numerous. He's broke, unsuccessful, and incredibly lonely -- until his Grandmother Greta asks that he meet the sophisticated hermit, Sophia Bianchi. She's an old friend, living not far from him.
Imagine Henry's surprise that Greta's "old friend" is the wife of his favorite American director, Francis Bianchi.
But Sophia tells him things about Francis that make him question his allegiance to the filmmaker --- and what really happened that night at The Nantucket Gala.
As Henry and Sophia fight for meaning in their creative endeavors and their unlikely friendship, they're forced to reckon with the facts of that night forty years ago, and ask themselves pertinent is a good story always true? Or should you fudge the facts a little to make it sing?
Dive into book twelve of this women's fiction series set on the Island of Nantucket. The series tells the story of the Copperfield Family, their return to Nantucket Island, and their healing after decades of pain and loneliness.
What really happened that night?
It was the summer of 1985 when an up-and-coming actress lost her life at The Nantucket Gala.
In attendance that night were Greta and Bernard Copperfield, a famous director named Francis Bianchi, his wife, and a rising actress set to star in Francis' next Natalie Masterson.
But Natalie never starred in Francis' production. She left Nantucket in a body bag.
Rumors circulated that Francis was the one who killed Natalie. But why would he take out his rising star? For some, it didn't add up.
But that night, Francis left the United States for Paris and never returned. Supposedly, there wasn't enough evidence to drag him back.
Time went on. Until now.
Henry Crawford is the grandson of Greta and Bernard Copperfield and a wanna-be screenwriter eager to prove himself in Hollywood. Like many others his age, his problems are numerous. He's broke, unsuccessful, and incredibly lonely -- until his Grandmother Greta asks that he meet the sophisticated hermit, Sophia Bianchi. She's an old friend, living not far from him.
Imagine Henry's surprise that Greta's "old friend" is the wife of his favorite American director, Francis Bianchi.
But Sophia tells him things about Francis that make him question his allegiance to the filmmaker --- and what really happened that night at The Nantucket Gala.
As Henry and Sophia fight for meaning in their creative endeavors and their unlikely friendship, they're forced to reckon with the facts of that night forty years ago, and ask themselves pertinent is a good story always true? Or should you fudge the facts a little to make it sing?
Dive into book twelve of this women's fiction series set on the Island of Nantucket. The series tells the story of the Copperfield Family, their return to Nantucket Island, and their healing after decades of pain and loneliness.
196 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 25, 2025
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Katie Winters
125 books407 followersKatie writes women's fiction and clean, wholesome contemporary romance. She looks to everyday, real-life family issues to weave stories of heartfelt emotions, love and loss, and everything in between.
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March 9, 2025
Another addition to the Copperfield series. Grandson Henry is a struggling writer in also Angelos. Away from his family for Christmas, grandmother Greta, puts him in touch with a friend from the past Sophia Bianchi. Evidently Sophia was the writer behind her husband, Francis and his successful movie scripts.
Years before, a Nantucket Gala was scheduled to raise more bet to finance the latest work of Francis. Sophia, wife number three is battling her own demons that night. The night ends in tragedy after the death of Natalie, a friend of Sophia.
Henry uses Sophia’s story as the motivation behind his best writing. What secrets will come to light? Can Henry make a success of his writing? Will Sophia ever face the truth
Thank you to the author for this ARC. This review is my honest opinion.
Years before, a Nantucket Gala was scheduled to raise more bet to finance the latest work of Francis. Sophia, wife number three is battling her own demons that night. The night ends in tragedy after the death of Natalie, a friend of Sophia.
Henry uses Sophia’s story as the motivation behind his best writing. What secrets will come to light? Can Henry make a success of his writing? Will Sophia ever face the truth
Thank you to the author for this ARC. This review is my honest opinion.
March 3, 2025
As I live and breathe…Katie Winters has done it again. Where does she get the motivation to write these incredible stories about the secrets of the select few of Nantucket? You’d think she was telling us truth instead of writing fiction! Trust me when I say these characters not only appear real—they ARE real within the confines of these beautifully written books. Nantucket Gala absolutely reeks of money, status, love, hate, murder—and the search for real truth. You definitely need to grab a copy of this one TODAY! (I voluntarily reviewed an advance reader copy of this book and am in awe of its story.) ❤️❤️
P. S.- Thank you, Katie Winters for another stellar read. Five stars are simply not enough!
P. S.- Thank you, Katie Winters for another stellar read. Five stars are simply not enough!
February 21, 2025
Katie Winters once again brilliantly presents us with a forty-year-old mystery. Henry Crawford, grandson of Greta and Bernard Copperfield, is a young man who wants to be a screenwriter. After meeting Sophia Bianchi, he is intrigued by her life with her late husband, Francis. He uses his detective skills to learn more about the story. The characters are so well-drawn and the plot unique. I've learned to never expect the ordinary in these stories. I urge you to read this book.
February 27, 2025
Nantucket Gala is book 12 in the Nantucket Sunset series by Katie Winters, 4.5 stars
Henry Crawford is the grandson of Bernard and Greta Copperfield anis aspiring to be a screenwriter. When he meets the wife of a late prominent director he’s intrigued by a forty year old mystery surrounding them…suspense, secrets, missing facts and more…
I voluntarily read a copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Henry Crawford is the grandson of Bernard and Greta Copperfield anis aspiring to be a screenwriter. When he meets the wife of a late prominent director he’s intrigued by a forty year old mystery surrounding them…suspense, secrets, missing facts and more…
I voluntarily read a copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
March 30, 2025
The statement; Palm the back of his head....or she twisted a lock of her hair behind her ear. Adds nothing to the story.
The plot was good, just when you think you figured Who Done it...it changed ...loved that.
A good read, I enjoyed it.
The plot was good, just when you think you figured Who Done it...it changed ...loved that.
A good read, I enjoyed it.
May 2, 2025
Great
Exceptional writing that captivates and inspires. The author's skill shines through with remarkable clarity and depth, weaving words into a compelling narrative that resonates deeply.
Exceptional writing that captivates and inspires. The author's skill shines through with remarkable clarity and depth, weaving words into a compelling narrative that resonates deeply.
July 13, 2025
I am enjoying the series, but "hand to the back of the neck" "curl behind ear", kiss with eyes open or closed are getting out of hand.
I hate to say also that you need a new proofreader. I've found errors in all the books. Like, naming the wrong person speaking, things like that.
I hate to say also that you need a new proofreader. I've found errors in all the books. Like, naming the wrong person speaking, things like that.
February 19, 2025
Good mystery and great characters.❤️
February 26, 2025
I really liked the concept of this book - there was a lot of flashbacks - but to a time when the Copperfield's weren't what they are today. The mystery of what happened to the famous director and his wife, was such a clever way to weave the story together. I also like that Katie is now featuring the younger Copperfields - the kids of the kids! Overall, great read.
April 11, 2025
Great book!
April 26, 2025
Great story
This was a great story with a few twists and turns. You think you know the direction the story is taking then boom a twist happens
This was a great story with a few twists and turns. You think you know the direction the story is taking then boom a twist happens
February 26, 2025
Nantucket Gala is a very interesting book and I would consider it half mystery. Katie Winters does what she does best! With her core characters, she weaves in new people across the continents. Her plot unravels before our eyes for many hours of entertainment!
March 19, 2025
Not my favorite in the series but still like being amongst the copperfield family as it continues through the next generation.
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