The Lindbergh Nanny

Mariah Fredericks

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A powerful, propulsive re-imagining of America's most notorious kidnapping, told through the eyes ofthe woman who found herself at the heart of the case.

'Gripping and elegant... brings readers into the interior of the twentieth century's most infamous crime' Nina de Gramont, author of The Christie Affair'The kind of book that shows the difference between a psychological thriller and any old thriller... a terrific read from a seriously thoughtful writer' Daily Mail---SHE WAS THE LAST PERSON TO SEE THE BABY... You may not know Betty Gow's name - but 'the Lindbergh nanny' is infamous. In 1932, all eyes are on Charles and Anne Morrow Lindbergh, the most glamorous and intriguing couple in America. But who was paying attention when, one evening in early March, their baby son was stolen from the family home? The Lindbergh nanny is the first person to discover Charlie missing... and the last to see him that night. With the world watching on, Betty must discover the truth about what really happened to young Charlie, to clear her own name - and to find justice for the little boy she loves.A propulsive re-imagining of America's most notorious crime of the twentieth century, told through the eyes of the young woman who found herself at the heart of the case. READERS ARE UNDER THE SPELL OF THE LINDBERGH NANNY 'Atmospheric, immersive and beautifully done''One of the best historical fiction books I've read this year, I was gripped right from the beginning''I really enjoyed this book... great characters and a really good storyline''I resisted the urge to Google before the ending... Loved it''I didn't want to put it down, I had to know what happens''I love when authors find a new angle and do some kickass research to get it so good. I thought I was there chatting to the nanny'

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