6/29/2023 0 Comments Book review of rules of civility![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() The daughter of a Russian immigrant, she never denies her background and that she is among “the working class,” but finds herself socializing with a privileged group of people (white, rich and sophisticated). Kate, who narrates the novel, is at first in a secretarial pool at a successful law firm, but quickly moves on to become a secretary at a trendy magazine. An accident abruptly changes their relationship and the direction of their lives. A solid friendship forms and the three of them share many enjoyable times together. Kate Kontent and her roommate Eve meet wealthy Tinker Gray at a jazz club on New Year’s Eve. The story begins in 1966 but quickly turns back to New Year’s Eve, 1939. Amor Towles’ debut novel, Rules of Civility is a captivating period piece that takes place in New York City, particularly in Manhattan. ![]()
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