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The novel begins with the death of the girls' parents, which leaves them under the care of Mr. Wycherly, a kind-hearted but somewhat elderly and set-in-his-ways gentleman. The sisters, Jane and Angela, are quite different in temperament—Jane is practical and responsible, while Angela is more dreamy and romantic. As their guardian, Mr. Wycherly is somewhat out of his depth in managing the girls' affairs, but he is devoted to their well-being.The story unfolds as the sisters grow up and face various challenges, including the prospect of marriage and finding their place in society. Jane, with her sensible nature, attracts the attention of a stable but somewhat dull suitor, while Angela's romantic disposition leads her into more complicated emotional entanglements.