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The happiest time of their lives

By Alice Duer Miller

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Amidst the glitter of New York society, a young woman's heart leaps and falters as she awaits the arrival of a dance partner, setting the stage for a love story amidst family expectations.

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2004-02-01
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Summary

"The Happiest Time of Their Lives" by Alice Duer Miller is a story about a young woman named Mathilde Severance, living it up in high society New York, as she anticipates her reunion and visit from Wayne. The excitement and uncertainties of youth come to life as the narrative looks at the themes of romance, family relationships, and social pressures. Mathilde experiences a rollercoaster of emotions, hope and despair, as she eagerly awaits Wayne's arrival after meeting at a dance. The young lovers begin a journey of love, their interactions filled with that youthful innocence, as their budding romance unfolds against the expectations of their families and society.

About the Author

Alice Duer Miller was an American writer whose poetry actively influenced political opinion. Her feminist verses influenced political opinion during the American suffrage movement, and her verse novel The White Cliffs influenced political thought during the U.S.'s entry into World War II. She also wrote novels and screenplays.

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