The Quand Sisters

Shelley Wood’s debut novel, The Quintland Sisters, offers a compelling fictional account rooted in the true story of the Dionne Quintuplets, seen through the eyes of young midwife Emma Trimpany. As Emma witnesses their birth and subsequent life in the spotlight during the Great Depression, she navigates themes of love, resilience, and the complexities of fame. The story explores the girls' unique identities amidst a world captivated by their sameness, set against a backdrop of shifting societal and political tensions.