Historical novels often reflect the concerns of the period in which they were written as much as they do the period in which the story is set. The rise of the middle class, the oppression of the poor and the futility of war were staples of early- to mid-20th century historical tales. Those written by women late last century
A dickens of a novel
May 13, 2024
3 minutes
“The great strength of the book is the dynamic of female friendship and love, romantic and sisterly.
You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.
Start your free 30 days