
Three sisters—Rose, Blanche, and Violet—navigate the tangled world of love, ambition, and family duty in a London that hums with both propriety and whispered scandal. Their bond is tested when each feels the pull of a charismatic yet unreliable suitor, drawing them into a maze of secret meetings and unspoken rivalries. The narrative paints vivid scenes of drawing‑rooms, moonlit corridors, and bustling streets, inviting listeners to feel the pulse of Victorian society as it swirls around their desires.
At the heart of the story lies a postponed elopement, a moment that magnifies jealousy and forces the sisters to confront their own hearts. As Blanche watches Cecil’s lingering glances and Violet warns her sister of his fickle nature, tension builds, revealing the fragile balance between affection and self‑preservation. Gentle humor, sharp dialogue, and introspective monologues combine to create a portrait of women wrestling with love’s uncertainties while striving to protect one another.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (281K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Original publisher
London: Smith, Elder and Co., 1848.
Credits
Al Haines
Release date
2024-01-11
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1817–1878
A lively Victorian man of letters, he moved easily between literature, philosophy, and science. Best known today for his long partnership with George Eliot, he was also a prolific critic and thinker in his own right.
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