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Slim and the Notorious Mrs. Churchill
Advance Praise for Slim and The Notorious Mrs. Churchill In Tonya Walker’s compelling portrait of the glittering postwar New York society, Slim Keith was the American epitome of elegance. British seductress Pamela Churchill was her opposite in almost every way—with a connection to half of Europe’s titled men. Slim had grace; Pamela had guile. What began as polite smiles over cocktails became a legendary, cutthroat rivalry. Inspired by true events, Slim and The Notorious Mrs. Churchill brings to life a vanished era when the stakes were high, and the women were unforgettable. You won’t forget this novel.
—Mary Alice Monroe, New York Times bestselling author of Where the Rivers Merge
“ Nobody marries Pamela Churchill, nobody has to.” It’s 1958, and the notorious mistress to millionaires, 39-year-old Pamela Churchill faces another failing love affair and a second chin. She is next door to broke and needs a husband fast. Since she has cycled through all the eligible candidates in Europe and the United Kingdom, she sets her sites on the new world. She co-opts America’s most celebrated socialite, Babe Paley, to be her reluctant wing-woman. Together they target the husband of Babe’s best friend, Slim Hayward, with unexpected results.
—Mary Alice Monroe, New York Times bestselling author of Where the Rivers Merge
“ Nobody marries Pamela Churchill, nobody has to.” It’s 1958, and the notorious mistress to millionaires, 39-year-old Pamela Churchill faces another failing love affair and a second chin. She is next door to broke and needs a husband fast. Since she has cycled through all the eligible candidates in Europe and the United Kingdom, she sets her sites on the new world. She co-opts America’s most celebrated socialite, Babe Paley, to be her reluctant wing-woman. Together they target the husband of Babe’s best friend, Slim Hayward, with unexpected results.
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Published December 15, 2025
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February 3, 2026If you liked The Great Gatsby, you'll love this book. It's a bit like Sex in the City meets The Great Gatsby. Read for pleasure! Waiting for the sequel...
February 3, 2026
Tonya Walker's Slim and the Notorious Mrs. Churchill is a captivating read that brings Capote's "Swans" to vivid life with both historical authenticity and creative flair. Walker clearly did her due diligence in researching this glittering world, but what sets this novel apart is how she infuses the characters with personality and jazz - they're dazzling from the first page and remain so throughout.
Beyond the glamour, the novel offers something deeper: a meaningful conversation starter about women's relationships. While set in a specific historical moment, the dynamics Walker explores feel remarkably relevant today, making this more than just a period piece.
From beginning to end, this is a story that holds your attention. In fact, it's so engaging that I can easily imagine it becoming the next binge-worthy mini-series, the kind you'd devour over a weekend. Highly recommended for anyone who loves character-driven historical fiction with contemporary resonance.
Beyond the glamour, the novel offers something deeper: a meaningful conversation starter about women's relationships. While set in a specific historical moment, the dynamics Walker explores feel remarkably relevant today, making this more than just a period piece.
From beginning to end, this is a story that holds your attention. In fact, it's so engaging that I can easily imagine it becoming the next binge-worthy mini-series, the kind you'd devour over a weekend. Highly recommended for anyone who loves character-driven historical fiction with contemporary resonance.
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