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Sandra Wagner-Wright
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Two Coins: A Biographical Novel (Women of Determination and Courage)
Literature & Fiction
Author Insight
Like a bird flapping its wings
Mary Pigot is back in Edinburgh for a meeting with the Ladies' Association. She's nervous. This meeting will decide her future. It's all she can think about until social niceties and random thoughts intrude. "How nice to see you," she says automatically. Coffee is poured, and Mary realizes she's too nervous to hold the cup. Everyone watches her use both hands. So much for acting nonchalant. Strange how often we navigate uncomfortable situations on a sort of social autopilot. Routine helps us prepare for the unknown, but it doesn't make us feel better.
Book Excerpt
Two Coins: A Biographical Novel (Women of Determination and Courage)
I pace in front of the bay window like a bird flapping its wings. I see movement on the pavement. A woman turns at the house. She’s here. I pick up the Missionary Journal and sit on the sofa, as if nothing is on my mind.
Mrs. Williamson comes in with Mrs. Stevenson who is taking off her gloves. I stand.
“Mrs. Stevenson, how nice to see you again,” I say. I almost curtsey but catch myself in time.
“Miss Pigot,” she smiles and extends her hand.
Fiona comes in balancing a tray with a coffee service. I watch her place the cups and coffee pot. I must tell Mrs. Williamson about Mrs. Wilson’s pupils.
Mrs. Williamson pours the coffee.
“Could you put my cup on the table, Mrs. Williamson?” I ask. “I’m a bit unsteady this morning.” I pick up my cup with both hands. The ladies watch me from the corners of their eyes but don’t say anything.
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