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Set in 19th century England, the story follows Molly Gibson, the only child of a widowed doctor, as she navigates her coming-of-age journey. After being sent away due to a troubling crush from an apprentice, she finds solace with the Hamley family, forming deep connections. However, her father's decision to remarry introduces tension with her new stepmother, Miss Claire, and challenges arise as Molly and her stepsister Cynthia, who are opposites, strive to bond amidst societal pressures. Their relationship becomes a source of strength as they face life's complexities together.
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Wives and Daughters, Elizabeth Gaskell
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- Released
- 2021
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- Title
- Wives and Daughters
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Elizabeth Gaskell
- Publisher
- Mint Editions
- Released
- 2021
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 630
- ISBN13
- 9781513204659
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Historical Fiction, Love, Classics, Politics, Death, England, 19th century, Diseases, Mothers, Genealogy, Sisters, Victorian Era, Frauds, Doctors, Oppression, Stepmother, Governess
- Rating
- 4.1 out of 5
- Description
- Set in 19th century England, the story follows Molly Gibson, the only child of a widowed doctor, as she navigates her coming-of-age journey. After being sent away due to a troubling crush from an apprentice, she finds solace with the Hamley family, forming deep connections. However, her father's decision to remarry introduces tension with her new stepmother, Miss Claire, and challenges arise as Molly and her stepsister Cynthia, who are opposites, strive to bond amidst societal pressures. Their relationship becomes a source of strength as they face life's complexities together.