Mrs Gulliver

"Mrs. Gulliver" is a captivating novel set in 1954 on the tropical Verona Island, where prostitution is legal. Amidst gangsters and corrupt law enforcers, Lila Gulliver runs a brothel that promises privacy and discretion to its exclusive clientele. When nineteen-year-old Carita, who has been blind since birth, seeks employment, Mrs. Gulliver sees a business opportunity and decides to take the risk. Carita is a fascinating and mysterious figure who always keeps her distance. The story unfolds further when the son of a wealthy judge, Ian Drohan, visits the brothel and falls hopelessly in love with Carita. While Ian is idealistic and surrounded by wealth, Mrs. Gulliver remains skeptical and concerned about Carita's future. The novel addresses the struggle for self-determination and the challenges women face in a male-dominated world. With a blend of wit, eroticism, and literary allusions, "Mrs. Gulliver" offers a gripping narrative about two women who risk everything to gain their freedom.