Urania Cottage was a real place, established by Charles Dickens and Angela Burnett Coutts, for ‘fallen’ women to learn to be a servant, as well as being taught how to read, write and play a musical instrument. This fascinating fact is explored in the novel, to focus on those women in question and the realistic outcomes of such philanthropy.
The story is told in 3rd person present-tense, which is not my favourite, but that just comes down to personal choice. The pacing did seem to slow down half-way through the book, but then a shocking twist soon recaptured my interest.
The story is told through a mix of very different POVs, from the destitute to a millionairess, and they all have their own personal trauma to work through. The nature of being women in the 19th century means that there are many obstacles and depressing back stories which just highlights the strength and resilience of each character.
Release date: April 11th.
TW: Stalker.
The story is told in 3rd person present-tense, which is not my favourite, but that just comes down to personal choice. The pacing did seem to slow down half-way through the book, but then a shocking twist soon recaptured my interest.
The story is told through a mix of very different POVs, from the destitute to a millionairess, and they all have their own personal trauma to work through. The nature of being women in the 19th century means that there are many obstacles and depressing back stories which just highlights the strength and resilience of each character.
Release date: April 11th.
TW: Stalker.