The Duchess of Rosemary Lane: A Novel

By B. L. (Benjamin Leopold) Farjeon

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

In a world of social expectations and blossoming love, a young woman's happiness is threatened by jealousy and bitterness.

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Literature Fiction

Released

2016-11-19

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Summary

"The Duchess of Rosemary Lane: A Novel" by B. L. (Benjamin Leopold) Farjeon is a story set in the late 1800s that follows Nelly Marston as she navigates love and social standing in a world filled with complex relationships. The tale introduces us to Nelly as her innocent affection with John, a gardener's son, blossoms amidst the beauty of spring, representing the novel's central theme of love challenged by societal forces. The narrative takes a turn when Lady Josephine Temple shows bitterness and envy towards Nelly, foreshadowing conflicts and power battles that question Nelly's position in society. The early scenes set up an emotional journey that includes high expectations and personal ambitions in a period marked by societal transformation.