The Thirteenth Husband: A Novel By Greer Macallister

Greer Macallister's latest novel blends historical intrigue with haunting mystery in a tale that combines the allure of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo with the chilling atmosphere of The Haunting of Hill House.

Aimee Crocker, a real-life heiress and trailblazing socialite of the 1880s, offers an extravagant and spellbinding narrative of her life in this fictional tell-all. From her mischievous youth in German finishing school to glamorous dinners with Hawaiian royalty and lavish parties with New York’s elite, Aimee's story is one of breathtaking opulence and scandal.

But beneath her glittering public persona lies a shadowy secret. At just ten years old, Aimee encounters the ominous Woman in White, who appears just before her father’s sudden death. This spectral figure continues to haunt her, showing up before every significant tragedy in her life. Despite her immense fortune, globe-trotting adventures, and a series of increasingly notorious marriages, Aimee is relentlessly pursued by the Woman's mysterious presence.

As Aimee’s life spirals through a whirlwind of extravagance, sorrow, and scandal, the novel delves into the darker corners of her existence. With each new husband and every extravagant party, the Woman in White’s motivations remain shrouded in mystery.

Greer Macallister masterfully unravels the enigmatic life of Aimee Crocker, a woman whose reality was stranger and more captivating than fiction. Prepare for a riveting journey through a life marked by fortune, fame, and the haunting specter of tragedy.