Balloons

"Balloons" by Elizabeth Bibesco is a collection of tales about people figuring out life, love, and what they really want. The book starts off by introducing Miss Wilcox, who is reflecting on her life and how she feels lost. She's dealing with feeling not good enough after inheriting money and seeing her young friend, Vera, get engaged. Miss Wilcox wonders if she should have done things differently, because she's not happy with her life. Her trip to London in the fog shows how she's searching for a new beginning, especially because she feels lost and alone. As she adapts to her new life as Mrs. Demarest, Miss Wilcox learns about herself and what she wants. The overall story blends thoughts, feelings, and social observations, making it interesting for people who enjoy stories that focus on characters.