Publisher's Synopsis
""Sink or Swim? V1: A Novel"" by Matilda Charlotte Houstoun is a captivating story that follows the lives of two sisters, Elinor and Lucy, as they navigate the treacherous waters of love and society in 19th century England. Elinor is the elder sister, beautiful and poised, while Lucy is the younger, more impulsive and headstrong of the two. When Elinor becomes engaged to the wealthy and handsome Mr. Glynn, Lucy is thrilled for her sister, but also secretly harbors feelings for him herself. As the sisters navigate their complicated feelings for Mr. Glynn and each other, they must also contend with the expectations and judgments of their strict society. Will they sink or swim in the face of these challenges? This novel is a delightful blend of romance, drama, and social commentary, exploring the complexities of family, love, and class in Victorian England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.