“This week I’ve learned that when you really love someone, you come to accept everything about them, all the moments in their history that have made them into just what they are. And I can accept everything in your past, because it has made you you.”
The story follows a group of young women attending a prestigious finishing school, where they are taught the skills necessary to navigate the complexities of high society. The narrative delves into the challenges they face as they strive to balance their aspirations with the expectations of their time. more
Gail Godwin is an American novelist renowned for her delicate psychological portrayals and profound character development. Her works often explore the lives, love, and growth of women, winning her a dedicated readership. more
“There is no them and us, it's all us.”
“When one Naskar dies, a thousand Naskars will rise up to take the place.”
“I put my chin on his chest. “I have never, ever felt this free.”
“Bear with the present; what will be will be. The future is cloth waiting to be cut.”
“Do not be swayed by the presence of a closed door. Look ahead. There is an open door somewhere.”