Description
In Victorian London, orphan Sue Trinder grows up among a household of petty thieves and con artists, dreaming of a life beyond the slums. When the charming Gentleman proposes an elaborate scheme to seduce and defraud a wealthy heiress named Maud Lilly, Sue sees her chance to repay the kindness of her adopted family. Posing as a maid, Sue infiltrates Maud's world with the intention of securing her vast inheritance—and ensuring the naive young woman is committed to an asylum. Yet as Sue grows closer to her mark, unexpected feelings complicate the carefully laid plan, and nothing proves to be what it initially appears. Sarah Waters weaves a masterful tale of deception, loyalty, and hidden truths that builds to stunning reversals, delivering a Dickensian thriller that will keep readers guessing until the final page.
Available Editions
paperback
Penguin
Published Oct 1, 2002
596 pages
ISBN: 9781573229722
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First Published
2002
Language
eng
Featured in Challenges
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Fingersmith by Sarah Waters.