Description
The Fortuny Gown by Rosalind Laker is a sweeping historical romance set in the glittering final years of pre-World War I Paris. Young Frenchwoman Juliette Cladel works in haute couture, where her discovery of a revolutionary Fortuny gown—a pleated, figure-hugging masterpiece—draws her into a passionate and scandalous affair with Russian diplomat Nikolai Karasvin. Their romance is intense but short-lived, with fate pulling them apart as Juliette moves to Italy and marries another.
Richly detailed and evocative, this historical fiction novel captures the glamour of Parisian fashion, the drama of forbidden love, and the tension of a changing Europe on the brink of war. Laker’s storytelling immerses readers in the elegance, scandal, and emotional intensity of the period, making The Fortuny Gown a memorable journey through love and history. Perfect for fans of romantic sagas with strong historical flavour.
