A Life's Eclipse

By George Manville Fenn

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Love, ambition, and tragedy intertwine when a young gardener's world is plunged into darkness, setting the stage for a fierce rivalry and a fight for love.

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Children & Young Adult Reading Literature Fiction

Released

2007-05-04

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Summary

"A Life's Eclipse" by George Manville Fenn is a captivating story set around the late 1800s that revolves around John Grange, an ambitious young gardener with dreams of marrying Mary Ellis, the bailiff's daughter, whose world is shattered by an accident that steals his sight. The narrative quickly introduces a love triangle, fueled by John’s affections for Mary, which are strongly opposed by her father alongside the jealousy of Daniel Barnett. Plunged into darkness, John must confront not only the physical and emotional toll of his sudden blindness but also the deceitful maneuvers of Daniel Barnett who seeks to take his job and win Mary's hand, creating a compelling narrative that explores themes of perseverance, rivalry, and unexpected discoveries.