Hepburn’s Necklace by Jan Moran

Hepburn’s Necklace by Jan Moran

A vintage necklace. Along-hidden secret. A second chance for love.

When costume designer Ariana Ricci leaves her groom at the altar, she seeks solace with her great-aunt, a Texas-born Hollywood legend who worked on the film Roman Holiday as an extra. There, Ariana discovers Audrey Hepburn gave Ruby Raines an intriguing necklace during filming, and a cache of 1950s letters, postmarked Italy, raises more questions about Ruby’s hidden past. Aching for a fresh start and the chance to resolve an unfinished story, the two embark on a journey to the sun-dappled shores of Lake Como, Italy that will illuminate secrets of a bygone era and offer second chances to each of them—if they are bold enough to seize them.

Moran explains the inspiration: “HEPBURN’S NECKLACE is an uplifting family saga that begins on the set of Roman Holiday, one of my favorite classic films. Many of my readers adored Audrey Hepburn, not only for her talent and style, but also for the kindness and compassion that she has displayed throughout her life. Beginning on the film set in Rome, the saga evolves into a seemingly impossible, parallel love story between two young extras that spans decades and is fraught with nearly insurmountable challenges. Told from the point of view of a legendary Hollywood actress and her great-niece, HEPBURN’S NECKLACE is a heartwarming saga; it’s my Valentine to those who have suffered loneliness during this pandemic year. Like many of my books, the heart of the story is love in its many forms: the love of a mother for her child, the often complicated love between couples, and the passion of artistic pursuit.”

"Second chances, twists of fate, and a glittering Lake Como backdrop combine to create Jan Moran's latest stunning read. Weaving back and forth through time, Moran creates an epic tale of love and loss that can't help but make readers question what might have been. With lyrical prose and unforgettable characters, HEPBURN'S NECKLACE proves that Jan Moran is a writer at the top of her game and a storyteller to remember." - Kristy Woodson Harvey, USA Today Bestselling author of Feels Like Falling

Jan Moran is a USA Today bestselling author of heartfelt women’s fiction series, family sagas, and 20th-century historical novels. Jan dreams up her popular, contemporary beach books on sunny shores in Southern California, not far from where she lives. Jan has been an avid traveler throughout her life, so you’ll find her books infused with authentic locales and things she loves to research—from chocolate, wine, and food to history, fashion, and more. Readers often say that along with a heartwarming story, they also learn many fascinating details. As a native of Texas who lived on the east coast and worked in Paris, Hong Kong, and Canada, Jan brings a wealth of experience to every book she writes. Pour a cup of tea or a glass of wine, open one of her books, and find yourself transported with characters you’ll soon be rooting for as friends.