Wives and Daughters Chapter 3 - Molly Gibson's Childhood

In which the arrival of a new young doctor, Mr. Gibson, brings both speculation and change to the small town of Hollingford, where his reserved nature contrasts with the affectionate interactions he shares with his daughter Molly and their household. The gentle struggles of Molly’s childhood unfold amidst the careful guardianship of her father, the watchful nurse Betty, and the steady presence of Miss Eyre, her governess, who endeavours to nurture the little girl’s education while navigating the delicate balances of authority and affection.