Pelican Girls: A Novel by Julia Malye
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"Pelican Girls" is a sweeping literary debut inspired by true events, following the journey of the Baleine Brides, young women plucked from a Paris asylum and sent to marry settlers in North America's Louisiana Territory in 1720.
Amidst a crisis at La Salptrire hospital in Paris, the director gathers nearly a hundred female "volunteers" to be shipped to New Orleans, including three unlikely friends: a sharp-tongued orphan, a mute 'madwoman,' and an accused abortionist. Together with the other women aboard La Baleine, they face a future fraught with uncertainty and danger.
As they embark on their journey, the Baleine Brides encounter pirates, slavedrivers, sickness, and war, but also find unexpected bonds of friendship, love, and resilience. Through heartbreak and loss, they navigate the challenges of pioneer life while confronting their own private traumas and desires.
"Pelican Girls" explores themes of female friendship, desire, and the sacrifices women are forced to make for survival. Set against a backdrop of high-seas adventure and pioneer grit, the novel delves into the complexities of womanhood and the enduring strength of the human spirit.
With gorgeously written prose and gripping drama, the novel captivates readers with its depth of emotion and thought-provoking narrative. It sheds light on a lesser-known chapter of history while celebrating the resilience and courage of women who forge their own paths in the face of adversity. "Pelican Girls" is a powerful and poignant tale of survival, friendship, and the indomitable human spirit. ❤️📚❤️
Amidst a crisis at La Salptrire hospital in Paris, the director gathers nearly a hundred female "volunteers" to be shipped to New Orleans, including three unlikely friends: a sharp-tongued orphan, a mute 'madwoman,' and an accused abortionist. Together with the other women aboard La Baleine, they face a future fraught with uncertainty and danger.
As they embark on their journey, the Baleine Brides encounter pirates, slavedrivers, sickness, and war, but also find unexpected bonds of friendship, love, and resilience. Through heartbreak and loss, they navigate the challenges of pioneer life while confronting their own private traumas and desires.
"Pelican Girls" explores themes of female friendship, desire, and the sacrifices women are forced to make for survival. Set against a backdrop of high-seas adventure and pioneer grit, the novel delves into the complexities of womanhood and the enduring strength of the human spirit.
With gorgeously written prose and gripping drama, the novel captivates readers with its depth of emotion and thought-provoking narrative. It sheds light on a lesser-known chapter of history while celebrating the resilience and courage of women who forge their own paths in the face of adversity. "Pelican Girls" is a powerful and poignant tale of survival, friendship, and the indomitable human spirit. ❤️📚❤️
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