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The Magnolia Palace

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022

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Seen through Lillian’s observant eyes, the Frick household presents a stark disparity between the wealthy and their servants. What does the novel have to say about class, and how is that reflected through Lillian’s perspective?

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What is the significance of the scar on Mr. Frick’s hand? How does this symbol emphasize the themes of the novel?

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Lillian was referred to, during her heyday, as the “Gilded Age Muse.” Why was she referred to as a muse? What is the significance of the term? What are some other examples of the concept of muses throughout the book?

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