Nina in Utopia

Nina in Utopia by Miranda Miller, published by Peter Owen in 2010, is a novel that intricately weaves elements of time travel, historical fiction, and literary themes. Set in London during 1854, the story follows Nina, the wife of an ambitious doctor, who grapples with the trauma of losing her young daughter. Mysteriously transported 150 years into the future, she perceives a Utopia free from the grime and evils of her Victorian surroundings, leading her to embark on a brief affair before returning to her own time.

Readers will find a captivating narrative that explores Nina’s experiences in both the 21st century and Bedlam, where she encounters Richard Dadd and a doctor with progressive ideas on patient rehabilitation. The novel delves into the complexities of love and trauma, set against a backdrop of historical and fantastical elements. With 237 pages, this English-language edition invites readers to explore the intersections of time, reality, and the human experience.