![]() ![]() ![]() Madeleine is just glad that she comes from modern times, as she compares ‘then and now’. There are various twists and turns encompassing family life, and the arrival of cousin Elfriede from Germany causes some disruption to the household. This is also a time when Aborigines are fighting for their rights as a people.įans of historical fiction will enjoy this book, as it reveals the society-dictated expectations placed on women and girls in Australia during this period. They are growing up at a time when women are starting to stand up for their rights, and the suffragette movement is gaining pace. Madeleine is living in Lyrebird Muse, the home of the privileged Williamson family, with four sisters of varying age. Take a step back into the Victorian era with 12-year-old Madeleine, as she embarks on an adventure in early 20 th century Australia. ![]()
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