The heroines

The novel follows an unusual family dynamic where famous, tragic literary characters—like Madame Bovary and Scarlett O’Hara—materialize in the real world seeking comfort and refuge at a special sanctuary. The story is narrated by Penny, an irreverent 13-year-old girl who begins to feel neglected as her mother constantly coddles these needy fictional icons, leading Penny to embark on her own coming-of-age journey.