Come to the book launch!
Come to the book launch!
Wednesday, november 1st
6PM
The Corner Bookstore
1313 Madison Avenue
What People Are Saying
“Topp deftly weaves a tale of interconnected characters. . . Painting a grim picture of what it means to be part of Manhattan’s high society, she reveals how these privileged characters manage to make themselves absolutely miserable. As Susan’s death forces the others to reexamine their priorities, the author also deftly explores issues like anxiety, financial distress, and self-doubt. …An engrossing, unflinching critique of elite parenting in Manhattan..”
— kirkus reviews
“Topp’s appealing second novel (after Perfectly Impossible) chronicles six friends vying for a spot for their children at a top New York City private school while dealing with the death of someone in their circle…. Topp packs a lot into the narrative while thoroughly fleshing out each of her protagonists. There’s much to enjoy in this character-driven portrait of the high-stakes world of New York private school admissions..”
— Publishers weekly
Praise for PERFECTLY IMPOSSIBLE
“Topp’s fizzy debut novel hilariously pulls the curtain back on what it’s like to be the assistant to an über-rich Park Avenue matron. Topp leverages her behind-the-scenes view of the Bizmarks’ milieu and Anna’s trade for some entertaining, biting satire. The author’s gifts for humor and drama make this an engaging lark.”
— PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
“Readers won't want to put down Topp's debut, which offers a peek into the world of the wild demands of the wealthiest of the wealthy. Anna struggles to stay one stiletto step ahead of the game, along with the rest of the characters who make up the Von Bizmark staff, including a distractingly fashionable second assistant and a chef who uses ingredients that are not always legal, who do all they can to keep “The Mrs.” happy.”
- BOOKLIST
“Readers who enjoy a glimpse into the outrageous lives of the one percent will find plenty to enjoy in the deviously decadent characters, exorbitant displays of wealth, and tongue-in-cheek humor… A fun…escape into moneyed madness.”
— KIRKUS REVIEWS
TV APPEARANCES
January 14, 2021 — CBS/ABC, Tri-Cities, TN
January 19, 2021 — ABC Sacramento, CA
