An incomparable beauty. A promise to a king. A portrait that can never be completed.

In the seventeenth-century court of King Charles II, Anne Hyde, the Duchess of York has commissioned a series of ten paintings of the most beautiful women in the entourage. She hopes her series will capture something much more than mere likenesses: they will capture beauty itself. But when the exquisite Emilia Lennox arrives at court, the duchess’s mission takes an unexpected turn.

From the bestselling author of The Lace Weaver comes this seductive story of rivalry, artistic passion and a woman bold enough to wield her beauty as a weapon.

Join us at Harry Hartog Miranda to talk with Lauren Chater about her latest novel 'The Beauties'. Get your copy of the book signed by the author herself and enjoy an evening supporting local authors!