Slammerkin

Set in late 1700s London, this story follows thirteen-year-old Mary, a poor seamstress’s daughter, whose desire for fine clothes leads her into a perilous life on the streets. With the help of Doll, a flamboyant young woman who becomes her protector, Mary soon faces the harsh realities of her circumstances. The narrative explores themes of longing, social class, and the cost of dreams in a vividly depicted historical setting.