The Borden Family Background

Lizzie was born into a wealthy yet frugal family, with her father, Andrew, being a self-made man in Fall River. The strained relationship between Lizzie, her sister, and their stepmother, Abby, set the stage for underlying tensions that would later play a significant role in the infamous murder case. Despite their wealth, the family's dynamics were marked by resentment and suspicion, particularly regarding the inheritance.