Book description
In this stunning new novel, bestselling author Gill Paul reveals the unknown history of cosmetic titans Elizabeth Arden and Helena Rubinstein and their infamous rivalry that spanned not only decades, but also broken marriages, personal tragedies, and a world that was changing dramatically for womenâperfect for fans of Fiona Davis,âŚ
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1 author picked A Beautiful Rival as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Having owned a business and after working as a business journalist, Iâm fascinated by stories of entrepreneursâparticularly females.
I enjoy reading about how they came up with ideas, what drove them to establish businesses, and how they overcame challenges. A Beautiful Rival covers all this and more. It tells the story of cosmetic dynasts Elizabeth Arden and Helena Rubinstein, who not only endured personal hardship to establish the first global beauty brands but were also embroiled in an all-consuming rivalry that spanned decades.
Itâs written by one of my favorite historical fiction authors, Gill Paul, whose meticulous research, detailed eye,âŚ
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