Sisters by Ada Cambridge is a beautifully written novel that explores the complexities of family relationships and societal expectations. The story follows the lives of two sisters, Eleanor and Joyce, as they navigate the challenges and joys of growing up in 19th-century England.
Cambridge expertly captures the bond between the sisters, portraying their love and loyalty to each other in a poignant and realistic way. The author delves deep into the characters' thoughts and emotions, allowing readers to truly understand and empathize with their struggles and triumphs.
The novel also delves into the rigid societal norms of the time, shedding light on the limitations and expectations placed on women during this period. Through Eleanor and Joyce's journeys, Cambridge highlights the limitations and opportunities that women faced in Victorian society.
Overall, Sisters is a compelling and thought-provoking read that delves into themes of family, love, and societal expectations. Ada Cambridge's skillful storytelling and vivid character development make this a novel that will surely resonate with readers long after they have finished reading.
Book Description:
Ada Cambridge (November 21, 1844 – July 19, 1926), later known as Ada Cross, was an English born Australian writer. While she gained recognition as Australia’s first woman poet of note, her longer term reputation rests on her novels. Overall she wrote more than twenty-five works of fiction, three volumes of poetry and two autobiographical works.[1] Many of her novels were serialised in Australian newspapers, and were never published in book form.
The story pans over three – four decades revolving the four Pennycuick sisters.