In the heart of the Victorian era, Agnes Grey, the daughter of a minister, faces her familys financial decline. Determined to support herself, she takes on one of the few respectable roles available to women – that of a governess for wealthy families. As she navigates the challenges of taming unruly and spoiled children in both the Bloomfield and Murray households, Agnes uncovers the harsh realities of wealth and its power to corrupt societal values. After the loss of her father, she and her mother open a small school, leading Agnes to discover a love that values her true self. (Summary by Wikipedia)