Jonker, Joan
Try a Little Tenderness
- ISBN 13:
- 9780747261100
- author:
- Jonker, Joan
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Headline
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1999
- Pages:
- 356
- Genre:
- Historical fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Jenny and Laura Nightingale are two sisters with vastly different personalities. Jenny's charm and lively spirit make her a favourite among their peers, while Laura is often at odds with those around her. As their mother struggles to balance her love for both daughters, she faces new challenges when their father's young wife, Celia, enters the picture. Celia's influence on Laura proves particularly damaging, fuelling resentment and setting the stage for a confrontation that will have far-reaching consequences. Meanwhile, Jenny finds herself caught between two young men who are eager to win her affections. As tensions rise, it becomes clear that even small acts of tenderness can have significant repercussions. As the sisters' paths continue to diverge, their mother must navigate the complexities of family dynamics and confront the harsh realities of her daughters' lives.