Yellow Crocus (Freedman/Johnson, #1)

by Laila Ibrahim

“Young ladies may speak to young men about the weather, meals, clothing, and their relatives. Avoid conversation concerning politics, finance, or religion. Though a gentleman may bring up such topics, and a lady must follow where a gentleman leads, a skilled lady will return the conversation to an appropriate topic.”

so many rules about what to say and what not to say,

“Do you really believe I will be happy with Edward as a husband?” Lisbeth asked. “Absolutely. He has everything a woman needs. He will be inheriting the largest estate in the valley. White Pines is as grand as any home in England, and I am certain they have at least seventy-five workers.” “But is he a good man?” Lisbeth asked. “A good man?” Mother sniffed. “What a question, Elizabeth.