About the Book: Bestselling social historian Juliet Nicolson explores the secrets women have kept from the 1950s to the present day. Combining social history, memoir and powerful first-person stories, this compelling book examines secrets shaped by shame, family, social expectations and fear. From the post-war generation to today’s influencers, Nicolson reveals how hidden experiences are passed between generations and what happens when women finally find the courage to speak. Thought-provoking, intimate and timely, this fascinating exploration of women’s lives, identity, society, family secrets and changing cultural attitudes offers a powerful insight into what secrets reveal about us and the world we live in.