The Sisters Sweet
Elizabeth Weiss’ historical fiction book “The Sisters Sweet” is set in the early 1920s. The two twin sisters Josie and Harriet, are the story’s main characters. Their parents train them to be the Siamese Twins in a vaudeville show named “The Sisters Sweet.” But Harriet has to learn to live without the limelight and her sister’s shadow as Josie leaves for Hollywood after realizing the family’s deceit. While Josie’s notoriety in California grows, the Szász family is experiencing financial troubles.
As the obedient daughter, Harriet struggles with her responsibilities and starts to pave her way. Deeply buried secrets long-simmering tensions, and striking a balance between self-discovery and commitment to others are all expressed in this book. A talented new voice in fiction is presented by Elizabeth Weiss’s nuanced and personal storytelling.
