Grace Metalious Livres

First published in 1956, PEYTON PLACE uncovers the passions, lies and cruelties that simmer beneath the surface of a postcard-perfect town. At the centre of the novel are three women, each with a secret to hide: Constance MacKenzie, the original desperate housewife; her daughter Allison, whose dreams are stifled by small-town small-mindedness; and Selena Cross, her gypsy-eyed friend from the wrong side of the tracks. 'PEYTON PLACE shocked America with its tale of secrets, sex and hypocrisy in a small New Hampshire town . . Saucy, compelling, and surprisingly literary ...A crafty, page-turning brew of illicit sex, secret lives, public drunkenness, abortion, incest and murder ...A scandalous phenomenon' VANITY FAIR

Set in small-town America, the narrative weaves a complex and nuanced portrayal of its residents, echoing the success of Peyton Place. The author explores the intricate lives and hidden secrets of the town's inhabitants, adding a surprising twist that deepens the story's impact. Grace Metalious skillfully captures the essence of community dynamics, revealing both the charm and the darker undercurrents that shape the lives of its characters.