Author Event: Joyana McMahon

She’s got the career. But can she have it all? In the vibrant
streets of 1924 New York City, journalist Ruth Feldman
is thriving in a world that’s quickly changing. In this sequel
to the multi-award-winning novel, The Girl in the Triangle,
Ruth has the support of a mentor and a growing reputation,
but her personal life is a constant battle against her family’s

traditional expectations and their awkward matchmaking din-
ners. When a high-profile interview with a Congressman turns

into an unexpected romance, Ruth is forced to navigate the
complexities of a power-couple relationship.
As she tries to balance her professional ambition with her

personal life and her identity, she’s confronted with the ulti-
mate question: Who does she want to be in this new era?

Joyana Peters is the author of the
best-selling novels, The Girl in the Triangle
and The Girl from St. Petersburg. Joyana
got her MFA in Creative Writing from
the University of New Orleans. She teaches
literature and composition at Northern
Virginia Community College and lives
with her two kids, husband, and mis-
chievous chocolate Lab, Merlin