Eveline Mandeville : $b or, The horse thief rival

"Eveline Mandeville: or, The Horse Thief Rival" by Alvin Addison is a story set in the past, centered on Eveline Mandeville, a determined young woman battling her father's wish for her to marry the rich Willard Duffel, when her heart belongs to Charles Hadley, a man her father doesn't like. The story explores love, betrayal, and family expectations as Eveline deals with her complicated relationships. The story opens with Eveline and her father in a tense argument. He wants her to marry Duffel because of his money, but Eveline doesn't believe Duffel is a good person and may be involved with horse thieves, adding to the conflict. Misunderstandings and accusations arise, including her father thinking Eveline is working with Hadley against Duffel. Her father's anger creates problems, particularly for Hadley, leading to lies and secrets that will affect everyone. Eveline is determined to make her own choices about love, all while uncovering the dark intentions of those around her.