Wild Wings: A Romance of Youth

By Margaret Piper Chalmers

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

In a world of theater and dreams, a young actress is adored by many as she stands at the beginning of a journey to find love while escaping the shadow of her talented mother.

Genres

Culture/Civilization/Society Literature Fiction

Released

2004-02-01

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Summary

"WILD WINGS: A ROMANCE OF YOUTH" by Margaret Rebecca Piper is a tale set at the beginning of the 1900s, paints a picture of young people's lives, focusing on Tony Holiday, a gifted actress, as she balances love, dreams, and what her family expects while living in New England. It examines growing up, being creative, and dealing with what society wants, showing a touching look at becoming an adult during that time; the story starts by introducing Max Hempel, who knows a lot about theater, and Dick Carson, a young writer, who are both intrigued by a photo of Tony Holiday, an up-and-coming star in "As You Like It." Max doubts Tony because her mother was a famous actress, and Dick, who likes her, feels unsure of himself. As they arrive, Tony’s captivating presence and the respect she earns from everyone signal the adventures, love, and career challenges that await.