Loving Frank

by Nancy Horan

Sarah's take

I love "Loving Frank" for its poignant exploration of Mamah Borthwick Cheney's fierce pursuit of love and independence, all set against the backdrop of societal expectations in the early 20th century. It's perfect for readers who appreciate complex female characters navigating the tumultuous waters of passion and sacrifice, inviting deep reflection on the choices we make for love and the costs that come with them.

About the book

In 1909, Mamah Borthwick Cheney abandons her conventional life as a Chicago socialite to pursue a forbidden love affair with visionary architect Frank Lloyd Wright. Based on true events, this intimate portrait explores the devastating costs of choosing passion over propriety in an era that offered women few freedoms. Their transcendent romance ultimately collides with a world unprepared to accept their unconventional union.

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