The Senator's Bride

"The Senator's Bride" by Mrs. Alex. McVeigh Miller is a fictional novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative focuses on the intertwining lives of its central characters, particularly Bruce Conway, who is caught in the throes of love and societal expectations, and Grace Grey, a beautiful and innocent young woman whose heart may be doomed by circumstances beyond her control. The story appears to delve into themes of love, sacrifice, and the impact of societal status on personal relationships. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to a serene spring evening in Norfolk, Virginia, where Bruce Conway and his friend Captain Clendenon observe Grace Grey gathering flowers in a stunning garden. Bruce grapples with his admiration for Grace, but is encumbered by his aunt's stern wishes against pursuing her due to family pressures and impending wealth. As he prepares to leave for Europe, their mutual feelings become apparent, leading to emotional turmoil when Bruce decides to distance himself to protect them both. The opening sets up a poignant exploration of unrequited love and the consequences of choices, hinting at complications that will unfold as their lives intersect with societal expectations and personal desires. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Mrs. Alex. McVeigh Miller was the pen name of Mittie Frances Clarke Point, an American novelist. She wrote 80 dime novels during a 50-year career. Her first novel was Rosamond, but her success began with the 1883 romance, The Bride of the Tomb. She died in 1937. In 1978, her home, "The Cedars", was listed on the National Register of Historic Places.