Emily Hudson

In this evocative tale set against the backdrop of the Civil War, orphaned Emily Hudson finds herself at the mercy of her unsympathetic relatives in Newport, where her dreams of becoming an artist are stifled by her puritanical uncle. With the support of her ailing cousin, William, she escapes to England after a broken engagement, but soon discovers that his protective nature has morphed into control. Yearning for autonomy and artistic fulfillment, Emily embarks on a journey to Rome, seeking both her destiny and a chance at love in a society that offers women limited freedoms. This richly woven narrative echoes the works of Edith Wharton, depicting a heroine's struggle for self-identity amidst societal constraints.