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Library CD (In Stock)
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3 Formats: CD
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3 Formats: Library CD
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3 Formats: MP3 CD
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ISBN: 9798212626613
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ISBN: 9798212626606
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ISBN: 9798212626620
| Runtime: | 10.24 Hours |
| Category: | Fiction |
| Audience: | Adult |
| Language: | English |
Summary
Summary
Born Simone Jules, reinvented as Eleanor Dumont, and largely remembered as Madame Moustache, A Betting Woman is a historical novel inspired by the tumultuous life, times, and loves of America's first professional croupier of modern-day blackjack, bringing to life an intrepid and entrepreneurial real-life woman who lived on her own terms.When her whole family dies in a fire, young Simone Jules flees her grief and travels west to reinvent herself in burgeoning San Francisco. Down to her last dollar and facing some unsavory options, Simone quick-wits her way to a gambling table where she begins to deal vingt-et-un—modern-day blackjack. Word travels fast among of this French-speaking, card-playing novelty, and she begins to build a new life for herself.
Fans of Thelma Adams, Therese Anne Fowler, and Marie Benedict will root for the quick-witted, charming, and self-sufficient Eleanor as she paves her way in a man's world and into the pages of history.
Author
Author Bio: Jenni L. Walsh
Jenni L. Wash is the USA Today bestselling author of several historical novels for adults and books for children, including historical novels and the nonfiction She Dared series. She worked for a decade as an award-winning advertising copywriter before becoming an author. Her passion lies in transporting readers to another world, be it in historical or contemporary settings. She is a proud graduate of Villanova University and lives in the Philadelphia area with her family and various pets. To learn more, please visit jennilwalsh.com or @jennilwalsh on social media.
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Details
Details
| Available Formats : | CD, Library CD, MP3 CD |
| Category: | Fiction |
| Runtime: | 10.24 |
| Audience: | Adult |
| Language: | English |
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