Ancestors: A Novel

"Ancestors: A Novel" is a story about Flora, a young woman who grew up as the playmate of castle children. However, despite her good breeding and prettiness, Flora realised that she was not in the same class as her friends. After her father's sudden death, she faced the prospect of poverty and the need to earn a living. As she worked as a companion to Lady Victoria Gwynne, she met an American cousin who came to trace her ancestry. The novel explores themes of social class, identity, and family history, as Flora navigates her way through the challenges of her circumstances and discovers more about her own ancestry. Gertrude Atherton's novel is an intriguing and thought-provoking read that will keep you engaged until the end."