Andrew Golding: A Tale of the Great Plague

** "Andrew Golding: A Tale of the Great Plague" by Anne E. Keeling is a historical fiction where Lucia Dacre narrates the difficult journey she and her sister Althea face during London's Great Plague in the summer of 1665, emphasizing survival and resilience. Lucia introduces herself and her sister as they hide in a deserted city house, recently orphaned following the loss of their father, longing for the love and safety offered by their aunt, Mrs. Golding. The story’s opening creates a solemn and thoughtful mood as they form supportive relationship with people like their aunt and the young steward, Andrew Golding, who becomes important in their lives. All of this hints at the complex social interactions of the time, and the challenges faced by the characters amid widespread chaos. **