Olivia by Olivia

The story of a love that dared not tell its name

'FIRST LOVE. Here is a warm and tender story of a young girl's first awakening to love - a love that was sparked by the beautiful and intelligent headmistress of her school. In her response to Mademoiselle Julie, who had opened her eyes to the world, Olivia found herself involved in a complex and passionate attachment that she could neither comprehend or control. '...a penetrating essay into the abnormalities of sex, written with sympathy and understanding and great beauty.' -Book of the Month Club News. 'Olivia writes a narrative of sheer emotion as Raymond Radiguet did in 'Devil in the Flesh'...' -N.Y. Times Book Review.' -Back cover