Nancy Of Paradise Cottage

By Shirley Watkins

Book Overview

Nancy of Paradise Cottage explores the contrasting lives of two sisters as they face the challenges of poverty and societal expectations. One sister is focused on ambition and personal growth, determined to build a future through education and independence, while the other is caught up in superficial desires, frustrated by the family's lack of wealth and social standing. This contrast highlights the tension between ambition and materialism, as one sister seeks self-sufficiency, and the other dreams of glamour and status. Their differing views on life and love lead to internal struggles as they try to define their identities and pursue happiness. The story delves into the complexities of family dynamics, the pressures of societal expectations, and the different paths each sister takes in response to her circumstances. While one aims to overcome her limitations through practical means, the other struggles with desires that seem unattainable. Through their journeys, the novel portrays the difficulty of balancing personal desires with the realities of their situation, and how relationships are influenced by financial constraints and differing ambitions.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9371464801
• ISBN13: 9789371464802
• Release Date: May 2025
• Publisher: Double 9 Books
• Length: 134 Pages
• Weight: 0.36 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.5" x 8.5"