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Lover and Husband: A Novel

By Mrs. Molesworth

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

In a world of high society and hidden debts, a young woman must balance familial loyalty with her own desires for love and self-discovery.

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2019-11-02
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Summary

"Lover and Husband: A Novel" by Mrs. Molesworth is a novel that explores the life of Marion Vere as she confronts family expectations, financial issues through her brother Harry, and the complexities of relationships within their social class. Marion's journey begins amidst the gray skies of London, as she prepares for a half-year journey to Altes with her cousin; soon after, everything changes when her brother asks for help navigating a financial mess related to his friend Cuthbert. Their talk shows how close they are but suggests a difficult relationship with their father, Mr. Vere. As Marion steps into a new world filled with intricate connections, the story promises a mix of personal development, loyalty, and societal norms.

About the Author

Mary Louisa Molesworth, née Stewart was an English writer of children's stories who wrote for children under the name of Mrs Molesworth. Her first novels, for adult readers, Lover and Husband (1869) to Cicely (1874), appeared under the pseudonym of Ennis Graham. Her name occasionally appears in print as M. L. S. Molesworth.

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