The Magnificent Lives of Marjorie Post: A Novel

Oh, gosh. I just love historical fiction sometimes. And this book is one of those times. It was a joy learning about the inception of the Post cereal company, about the heir of the company, MMP, and the times in which she lived. It was fun reading about the circles in which she traveled, her literal travels, the ways in which she used her wealth, and the properties she designed and built.

Ann's pick. 👍🏻 Historical fiction on the richest woman in America.

Great book! Based on how Majorie Post was depicted in this story of her life, I think I would have really liked her as a friend First of all, she was a nice person, and seemed remarkably well-grounded. Secondly, she was an extremely hard worker. She believed in the vision of her father, and the products of company. And ate the breakfast items the company revolutionized, each and every day. Her choice in men was regretful. It seemed like they had personality lobotomies once they married her and turned into bad guys. And given the norms of the day, it’s a shame she felt she had to marry the men, rather than wait to see their true colors emerge. She certainly had bad luck with them! I loved that she just chunked them out the door without much hand-wringing. What a woman! Overall, a charmed life that was fun to read about. She had a move star daughter, to boot!

An epic story of the rise of women's rights and responsibilities to family and humankind. This story follows the life of Marjorie Post and the elements in the world that impacted her life, her love life, and her love for life. Just so very well done!

What an amazing woman and life.