The Corset Factory: Threads of Destiny (Book 1) of The Corset Factory series by Valerie Anne Hudson | Book Review

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In two different situations in Victorian England, two girls, Elizabeth and Lottie, have had tremendous changes in their lives.

Lottie Crawford is a young English lady who works as a servant for the Gilberts in their Belvedere House. Despite living in poverty, she always tries her best to do her job well. However, one day, one of the people Lottie was working for, William Gilbert got her in trouble by asking her for a drink when she wasn’t supposed to do that for him. Elizabeth Gilbert, William’s sister, accused Lottie of stealing from the Gilberts, and as a result, she was fired from her job. Lottie’s life became more challenging after losing her job, but she found work in the corset factory owned by Mr. Gilbert. However, unfairness and injustice were prevalent at every corner of the factory. Meanwhile, Elizabeth wanted to take control of her father’s factory and Henry Bertram’s textile warehouse. When the two situations collided, it was entirely up to these girls to determine what would happen next.

The vivid portrayal of Victorian England in this book left me stunned. This story sheds light on the living conditions of the common people during that time and how they were constantly oppressed by the rich.

The book follows the journey of two girls, Lottie and Elizabeth. Lottie’s persistence and bravery made her my favorite character. Her unwavering determination in the face of adversity was truly inspiring. On the other hand, Elizabeth’s arrogance and manipulative nature made her my least favorite character.
The book also switches perspectives between Lottie and Elizabeth, which adds a unique and exciting element to the story.
It reminded me of a mix between Enola Holmes and Alias Grace (which took place in Canada around the same period and was also amazing!)

I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves inspiring stories of girls fighting for what’s right, especially those fascinated by Victorian England.

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