Mrs. Wilson's Affair by Allyson Reedy - ISBN: 9781454961819
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Gatsby, but her story: desire, power, and a doomed affair.

Mrs. Wilson's Affair

A Great Gatsby Retelling (A Novel)

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  • Paperback

    288 pages

  • Release Date

    26 May 2026

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Summary

A beautiful retelling of The Great Gatsby from the perspective of an often forgotten, yet indispensable, character-Myrtle Wilson, Tom Buchanan’s mistress. Perfect for fans of Julia and The Chosen and the Beautiful.

It is 1922. Myrtle Wilson lives a lonely, desolate existence above her husband’s garage in the “valley of ashes” between New York and Long Island. All her dreams-and her marriage itself-are turning to dust until she crosses paths …

Book Details

ISBN-13:9781454961819
ISBN-10:1454961813
Author:Allyson Reedy
Publisher:Union Square & Co.
Imprint:Union Square & Co.
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:288
Release Date:26 May 2026
Weight:260g
Dimensions:208mm x 136mm x 24mm
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Critics Review

“A brilliant reimagining of The Great Gatsby from Myrtle Wilson’s point view, Mrs. Wilson’s Affair is a gorgeously written take on the classic that will enthrall both Gatsby fans and newcomers to the story alike. Allyson’s Reedy’s fascinating exploration of Myrtle, at long last as a fully-formed character, offers a whole new perspective to the story of Tom Buchanan’s affair.” – Jillian Cantor, USA Today bestselling author of Beautiful Little Fools
“A must-read for all Gatsby lovers, Mrs. Wilson’s Affair pulls us back into that cherished American classic through the lens of Myrtle Wilson. Reedy breathes new life into Myrtle’s story, giving her romance, depth, and a haunting humanity that makes her tragic end all the more deeply felt. A compelling, captivating read.” – Sash Bischoff, author of Sweet Fury
“Palpable and poignant… . Fans of The Great Gatsby will enjoy this retelling of a classic story.” * Library Journal *
Mrs. Wilson’s Affair delves into the mind and heart of the often-forgotten woman who lives and dies under the watchful eye of Dr. T. J. Eckleburg… It transforms what readers of [The Great Gatsby] might have considered to be a sideline.” * Historical Novel Society *

About The Author

Allyson Reedy

Allyson Reedy is a fiction writer, food journalist, and restaurant critic. Her work has been published in a number of newspapers and magazines, including the Denver Post, Bon Appetit, and 5280. She is the author of several cookbooks, including 50 Things to Bake Before You Die and The Phone Eats First. She lives in Denver, Colorado, with her children, husband, and pug.

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