Sacrifice

"Sacrifice" by Stephen French Whitman is a poignant story focusing on Lilla Delliver, an orphan shaped by her parents’ troubled past and high social standing. After her parent's tragic death, Lilla is raised by her Aunt Althea, who introduces her to a world of culture and refinement. Growing up, Lilla struggles with her delicate disposition and the high expectations surrounding her beauty and relationships with men. The story carefully reveals the conflicting desires within Lilla's life, suggesting a looming destiny as she navigates love and identity.