Rodham A Novel
Rodham A Novel by Curtis Sittenfeld, published by Transworld Publishers Limited in 2020, presents an intriguing exploration of an alternate history where Hillary Rodham declines Bill Clinton’s marriage proposal. This 417-page novel delves into the implications of that pivotal decision, examining how it might have reshaped not only their lives but also the trajectory of America and the world. Written in English, the narrative offers a unique perspective on ambition and the complexities faced by women in politics.
In this reimagining, Sittenfeld captures the essence of Hillary’s character as she navigates her formative years in a Chicago suburb, her time at Yale Law School, and her rise as a leader. The book addresses themes of loneliness, moral ambiguity, and the sacrifices inherent in the pursuit of power, all while maintaining a sharp and compassionate tone. Readers will find a thoughtful examination of female ambition in a male-dominated landscape, making Rodham a significant addition to contemporary fiction and alternative history.
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What if Hillary hadn’t married Bill? The sensational long-awaited new novel by the acclaimed bestselling author of American Wife.
WHAT IF HILLARY RODHAM HAD TURNED DOWN BILL CLINTON’S PROPOSAL OF MARRIAGE?
‘Awfully opinionated for a girl’ is what they call Hillary as she grows up in her Chicago suburb. Smart, diligent, and a bit plain, that’s the general consensus. Then Hillary goes to college, and her star rises. At Yale Law School, she continues to be a leader- and catches the eye of driven, handsome and charismatic Bill. But when he asks her to marry him, Hillary gives him a firm No.
The rest, as they say, isn’t history. How might things have turned out for them, for America, for the world itself, if Hillary Rodham had really turned down Bill Clinton?
With her sharp but always compassionate eye, Sittenfeld explores the loneliness, moral ambivalence and iron determination that characterise the quest for high office, as well as the painful compromises demanded of female ambition in a world ruled by men. Uncannily astute and witty in the telling, RODHAM is a brilliant reimagining – an unmissable literary landmark and truly a novel of our times.
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