Scruples' is one of those juicy, sprawling novels that feels like a guilty pleasure but sticks with you because of its wild twists and flawed, fascinating characters. It follows Billy Ikehorn, a former salesgirl who marries a
billionaire, inherits his fortune after his death, and decides to open a high-end boutique in Beverly Hills named 'Scruples.' The store becomes a hub for the rich and famous, but the real drama lies in Billy's personal life—her tangled
love affairs, power struggles, and the secrets of those around her. The book dives deep into ambition, betrayal, and the glossy, cutthroat world of fashion and wealth.
What I love about it is how unapologetically over-the-top it is. Judith Krantz doesn’t hold back on glamour or melodrama, and that’s what makes it so addictive. The side characters, like
valentine the designer and Spider the photographer, have their own messy arcs that intertwine with Billy’s in ways that keep the pages turning. It’s a soap opera in novel form, but with sharper writing and a killer sense of style. If you’re in the mood for something lavish and escapist, this hits the spot.