Over Paradise Ridge by Maria Thompson Daviess

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Author Daviess, Maria Thompson, 1872-1924
Title Over Paradise Ridge
A Romance
Note Reading ease score: 72.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Over Paradise Ridge" by Maria Thompson Daviess is a romance novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story centers around the character Betty and her relationship with Samuel Foster Crittenden, who has chosen a life of farming over his promising ambitions in the city. With themes of love, sacrifice, and the clash between rural and urban life, the narrative explores Betty's struggle to reconcile her feelings for Sam, her own aspirations, and her loyalty to her friends, particularly Peter Vandyne, a poet. The opening of the novel introduces us to Betty's internal conflict as she grapples with her feelings for Sam, who now leads a humble life as a farmer. Their childhood friendship has evolved into something deeper, yet Sam's life choices leave Betty feeling torn between her affection for him and her societal expectations. As she reflects on their shared past and the decisions they have both made, we see a glimpse of Betty’s desire to lead a meaningful life defined by her own choices. The first chapter sets the stage for a poignant exploration of love and personal ambition amidst the backdrop of pastoral life, ultimately encouraging the reader to ponder the sacrifice that often accompanies heartfelt decisions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Young women -- Fiction
Subject Love stories
Subject Triangles (Interpersonal relations) -- Fiction
Subject Harpeth Valley (Tenn.) -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 15243
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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