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Sister Noon
Sister Noon
Author: Karen Joy Fowler
Lizzie Hayes, a member of the San Francisco elite, is a seemingly docile, middle-aged spinster praised for her volunteer work with the Ladies Relief and Protection Society Home, or "The Brown Ark". All she needs is the spark that will liberate her from the ruling conventions. When the wealthy and well-connected, but ill-reputed Mary Ellen Pleas...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780452283282
ISBN-10: 0452283280
Publication Date: 5/28/2002
Pages: 336
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  • Currently 3.5/5 Stars.
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3.5 stars, based on 10 ratings
Publisher: Plume
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
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This book was an interesting historical fiction set in late 19th century San Francisco. Appearances, both real and imagined, are important as well as maintaining one's reputation. I liked how Lizzie gradually broke away from convention to find her own path without relying on the opinions of others.
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