Henrietta's Wish; Or, Domineering
1850
Henrietta's Wish; Or, Domineering is a domestic fiction novel by Charlotte M. Yonge, first published in 1850. The story follows sixteen-year-old Henrietta Langford and her twin brother Frederick as they navigate their family dynamics and their mother's grief over their father's death. Set in 19th century England, the novel explores themes of duty, love, and the pursuit of personal dreams against societal expectations, particularly Henrietta's desire to become a nurse despite her father's wishes for her to marry well. The narrative highlights the impact of past traumas on family relationships and the longing for home.
