Olivia & Sophia
Explore the captivating world of "Olivia & Sophia," a historical novel by Rosie Milne, published in 2016 and spanning 432 pages. This intriguing narrative unfolds through the intertwined diaries of Sir Stamford Raffles' two wives, Olivia and Sophia, taking readers on a journey from the damp streets of Georgian London to the vibrant tropics of Java, Sumatra, Penang, Malacca, and Singapore.
Follow Olivia, a mesmerizing beauty with a checkered past, as she grapples with the complex dynamics of her husband's life, capturing the hearts of both a soldier rival and a poetic friend. As Raffles strives to establish his legacy in the tropical regions, he remains blissfully unaware of the turmoil brewing around him. After Olivia's untimely death, the story continues in London, revealing Raffles' struggles between ambition and desire.
Join Milne as she expertly weaves a tale filled with intrigue, romance, and the challenges of love set against a richly detailed historical backdrop.