EPISODE · Jun 23, 2026 · 35 MIN
Ruta Sepetys on A Fortune of Sand: Glamour, Grift, and Gilded Secrets
from History, Books & Wine Podcast
I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Ruta Sepetys. On this episode we’re going to talk about her new book, A Fortune of Sand. Set against the crumbling grandeur of 1920s Detroit and inspired by actual, long-buried historical events, A Fortune of Sand is a haunting mosaic of glamour and grift. In a city built on ambition, just how far will a dynasty go to keep their secrets?Paired with this episode:Ruta: French 75Eliza: Ollipop Shirley TempleRuta’s Book:A Fortune of Sand: A NovelWhat Ruta is Reading:Whistler: A NovelFind Ruta Online!Find links to Eliza's social media on her website and sign up for her newsletter!Eliza Knight Follow History, Books and Wine on Social Media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/HistoryBooksandWineInstagram: @HistoryBksWineSend us Fan MailSupport the show
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I’m excited to be joined on the show today by guest author, Ruta Sepetys. On this episode we’re going to talk about her new book, A Fortune of Sand. Set against the crumbling grandeur of 1920s Detroit and inspired by actual, long-buried historical events, A Fortune of Sand is a haunting mosaic of glamour and grift. In a city built on ambition, just how far will a dynasty go to keep their secrets? Paired with this episode: Ruta: French 75 Eliza: Ollipop Shirley Temple Ruta’s Book: A Fortu...
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