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THAT JAZZ by Sable St. James
It’s a love triangle set in New Orleans in the 1920’s. A shy heiress grew up hopelessly in love with the boy next door, August Sinclair.
Until a pretty and popular socialite, Charlotte Chamberlain, showed up and claimed him for herself.
Rejected and heartbroken, Alexandria packed her things and left for Paris. There she transformed. She became the most powerful and influential force with a name and reputation that landed herself on the front page of every newspaper and magazine in the world.
She returned to New Orleans unrecognizable and burning with vengeance.
She befriends Charlotte, the woman who stole her man. Keeping her old crush August close and the woman who took him even closer.
Their twisted friendship dynamics and mismatched motives creates a dangerous chemistry that gets them caught up in mafia mixups, casino heists, and glamorous disasters.
A story of wealth, power, revenge, and the kind of love that can ruin reputations.
It’s like Sabrina, Gatsby, Chicago, Count of Monte Cristo, The Notebook, and Titanic mixed with a little mafia, heists, murder, mystery and screwball dark comedy.
Reading That Jazz immediately took me back to the roaring 1920s—an era that perfectly blends the charm of jazz music with the allure of New Orleans' vibrant social scene. What I loved most about this story was how it explored the complexity of relationships intertwined with ambition and revenge. Alexandria's transformation from a heartbroken heiress into a powerful and influential figure resonated deeply with me; it reminded me that personal reinvention often comes from overcoming the greatest pain. The dynamic between Alexandria, Charlotte, and August added layers of tension and suspense. The unexpected friendship between the two rivals, coupled with hidden motives, kept me hooked, especially as their entanglement pulled them into mafia chaos and casino heists—adding thrilling elements beyond a typical love triangle. If you enjoy historical fiction with a mix of romance, mystery, and dark comedy, you’ll find this story captivating. It’s like stepping into a world where glamour masks danger, and every character seems to have secrets that could change everything. The depiction of 1920s New Orleans also brought the setting to life vividly, making the tale immersive and rich. For those fascinated by stories of power struggles and twisted friendships within high society, That Jazz offers a perfect blend of glitz and grit. It also highlights how love can both elevate and ruin reputations, a timeless theme that always keeps readers emotionally invested. Overall, this novel is a wonderful pick if you want a drama-filled, well-crafted narrative combining the essence of classic stories like The Great Gatsby with a modern twist of mafia intrigue and suspenseful heists.