Against Her Nature
Against Her Nature by Elizabeth Buchan, published by Pan Books in 1998, is an unabridged edition that spans 360 pages. This fiction work explores the lives of Tess and Becky, two ambitious women navigating the fast-paced world of London’s high finance. In contrast to the more traditional lives of the Frants in the village of Appleford, Tess and Becky grapple with the complexities of modern life, including the significant choice of motherhood amidst their career aspirations.
Readers will find a narrative that intertwines universal themes of love and maturity, as Tess and Becky confront the realities of their choices and relationships. The story delves into the dynamics between generations, highlighting the contrasts in values and priorities. With a blend of personal growth and emotional depth, this book presents a thoughtful exploration of what truly matters in life, set against the backdrop of a competitive and often ruthless environment.
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Unlike the Frants living their quiet ordered lives in the village of Appleford, Tess and Becky are of the generation that reckons it can have everything. High flyers in the high-octane world of London’s high-finance, they move through the opportunists, the short-termists, the sharks, the bullies and the very, very rich to face many choices, not least the one presented by biology: children.
How they and an older generation balance the texture of their lives is offered in a story with universal themes. Brilliantly and beautifully combined with a tender and unexpected love story and a journey to maturity, it is the work of a fine and courageous writer.
‘A modern day Vanity Fair . . . brilliantly done’ Mail on Sunday
‘With her customary understanding and compassion, Buchan nudges [Tess and Becky] towards the recognition of what really matters when the chips are down. A satisfyingly easy but never facile read’ Daily Telegraph
‘She refreshes the parts other writers don’t know about’ Daily Mail
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