American Blonde: Book 4 in the Velva Jean series

By Jennifer Niven

Book Overview

From the New York Times bestselling author of All the Bright Places --soon to be a Netflix film starring Elle Fanning--comes the story of a fearless and spirited World War II pilot who boldly sets her sights on movie stardom. In 1945, Velva Jean Hart is a bona fide war heroine. After a newsreel films her triumphant return to America, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer promises to make her a star. They give her a new life story and a brand new name. As "Kit Rogers," she navigates the movie sets, recording sessions, parties, staged romances, and occasional backstabbing that accompany her newfound fame. She also navigates real-life romance, finding herself caught between a charismatic young writer and a sexy and enigmatic musician from her past. But when one of her best friends dies mysteriously and the most powerful studio in the world launches a cover-up, Velva Jean goes in search of the truth--risking her own life, as well as her heart, in the process. Set during Hollywood's Golden Age and peopled with a cast of unforgettable characters, American Blonde will mesmerize readers of The Chaperone as well as fans of the Velva Jean series.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0452298210
• ISBN13: 9780452298217
• Release Date: July 2014
• Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
• Length: 384 Pages
• Weight: 0.68 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 5.5" x 8.0"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher