Synopsis
A young wife confronts a strict new world of family expectations, heartache, and resilience.
Set in a refined, turbulent Victorian world, this story follows Lilian Rivers as she moves from a small Cornish village into a London home filled with glittering appearances and sharp, judgmental eyes. Strained by a demanding mother‑in‑law, lonely in a grand city, and buoyed by a devoted husband’s early promise, she must navigate class pressures, social rituals, and the pressures of new motherhood.
In the pages that unfold, the book examines loyalty, identity, and the cost of trying to fit into another family’s rules. It portrays a woman’s quiet endurance as she balances duty to her husband with her own needs, and faces the unsettling truth about the world she has entered.- A vivid portrait of domestic life, social etiquette, and family power games
- A young woman’s emotional growth amid loss, frustration, and subtle resistance
- A blend of romance, social critique, and personal courage
- Rich historical detail that grounds the characters in their era
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Search results for Constance Rivers, Vol. 1 of 3 (Classic Reprint)
Seller Image
Constance Rivers, Vol. 1 of 3 (Classic Reprint)
Print on DemandSeller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This novel, written in the 19th century, follows the life of a young woman named Constance Rivers. Born into a poor family in Cornwall, Constance marries a wealthy man named Edward. However, Edward dies, leaving Constance a widow with a newborn child. After Edward's death, Constance must navigate the complexities of her new life in London. She faces prejudice from her husband's family and struggles to find her place in society. The book explores themes of love, loss, and the search for identity. Through Constance's journey, the author provides a rich and nuanced portrayal of the lives of women in Victorian England. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331002369_0
Buy New
US$ 21.86
Free Shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: Over 20 available
Stock Image
Constance Rivers, Vol 1 of 3 Classic Reprint
Seller: PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781331002369
Stock Image
Constance Rivers, Vol 1 of 3 Classic Reprint
Seller: PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781331002369
Buy New
US$ 32.61
US$ 6.70 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 15 available