Pierrette

"Pierrette" by Honoré de Balzac is a story that dives into the life of a young girl named Pierrette Lorrain, who is trying to overcome the complicated events that have occurred in her life. After losing her parents, Pierrette is sent to live with her relatives, the Rogrons, in the town of Provins. From the moment she arrives, it becomes apparent that Pierrette's life with the Rogrons will be difficult, with one of them, Sylvie Rogron, greeting their young cousin with coldness rather than kindness. The story appears to set up a major internal conflict inside the Rogron household, as they all adjust to living together, which will cause Pierrette to deal with both emotional and social isolation. Balzac's story seems to hint that Pierrette's destiny will be closely linked to the hidden reasons and selfishness of others.