The Bookworm Sez: “The Woman Who Knew Everyone: The Power of Perle Mesta, Washington’s Most Famous Hostess” by Meryl Gordon0
Somehow, you always manage to get things done. You’re known for it, in fact: when somebody needs something, they come to you. You know the shortcuts, have plenty of power and sweet-talkability, and you’re good at bartering time and resources. It’s a finely developed talent and you know, as in the new book “The Woman