| Author |
Braddon, M. E. (Mary Elizabeth), 1835-1915 |
| Title |
Sons of fire, Vol. II.
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| Original Publication |
United Kingdom: Simpkin, Marshall, Hamilton, Kent & Co., 1895.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 79.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Peter Becker, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
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| Summary |
"Sons of Fire, Vol. II" by Mary Elizabeth Braddon is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story unfolds primarily around the intertwined lives of Allan Carew, Suzette Vincent, and Geoffrey Wornock, exploring themes of love, jealousy, and familial relationships. As the narrative progresses, the main characters navigate emotional complexities, including Allan's intense feelings for Suzette and his struggles with the charismatic yet restless Geoffrey. At the start of the novel, the returning Geoffrey introduces tension into the existing relationship between Allan and Suzette. While Geoffrey's charm and musical talent draw Suzette closer, Allan grapples with feelings of jealousy and inadequacy, fearing he may lose her to Geoffrey's alluring nature. The opening passages depict an atmosphere rich in music and the quiet companionship of the Wornock family, contrasted with Allan's internal strife. As the characters engage in music, each performance becomes a testament to their emotional connections—highlighting the complexities of love and the potential for heartache that lies beneath the surface of their interactions. The stage is set for a story exploring both aspirations and the specter of loss. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
English fiction -- 19th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
75174 |
| Release Date |
Jan 22, 2025 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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