Workhorse

"Razor-sharp and deliciously wry" is how Coco Mellors describes this captivating narrative. Heather Darwent calls it "Funny, tender, thrillingly dark," while Olivia Petter finds it "Exhilarating and beguiling." This novel paints a vivid picture of New York City in 2001, on the cusp of an exciting transformation, and tells the tale of a determined young woman eager to break into the exclusive realms of the city's fashion elite.Clodagh "Clo" Harmon, an editorial assistant, aspires to climb the ladder at a renowned fashion magazine. Her goal is hindered by her lack of connections to the upper echelons of high society. Amidst a sea of affluent, well-connected individuals, Clo feels out of place, believing her circumstances will never change. However, her encounter with Harry Wood, an ambitious reporter with dreams of creating his own media empire, might change her fate. While he could be the ally she needs to succeed, he might also be her biggest obstacle. As Clo ventures across social boundaries, she finds herself taking increasingly perilous risks to become someone of great importance. This journey raises the question of Clo's true identity beneath the designer clothes and cultivated persona, and challenges us to reflect on our own aspirations."Workhorse," with its clever humor and unsettling undertones, is a remarkable exploration of envy and ambition set amidst the splendor and wealth of media and high society during New York's golden era.