Fairy Fingers
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Madelaine, a poor cousin living with her aristocratic relatives in France, secretly loves Maurice, but their relationship is forbidden. When her uncle's scheming causes a rift within the family, Madelaine is forced to rely on her skills as a seamstress to make a living. She becomes the sought-after couturier 'Mademoiselle Melanie' in Washington, D.C., and has a chance to help her impoverished family. This captivating story delves into the social and economic disparities of 19th-century France, highlighting the challenges faced by women and the resilience of the human spirit.Book Details
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Anna Cora Mowatt Ritchie
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Anna Cora Mowatt Ritchie was a French-born American author, playwright, public reader, actress, and preservationist. Her best known work was the play Fashion, published in 1845. Following her critical...
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