Ladies-In-Waiting

"Ladies-In-Waiting" by Kate Douglas Smith Wiggin is a story set in the early 1900s that introduces us to Tommy Tucker, a bright and ambitious woman from America headed to England to become a singer. The book looks at big ideas like being independent and chasing your dreams, showing us how tricky relationships can be, especially with other artists. We first meet Tommy as she's saying goodbye to her friends, ready for a trip to London. This scene shows us how excited she is, but also how nervous she is about making it in the music world. Then we meet Fergus Appleton, who sees Tommy and starts to feel something he hasn't felt before. He's drawn to her energy and talent, which changes how he sees his own life, and it sets up a story about love, hopes, and trying to make your dreams come true.