"Laurel Vane; or, The Girls' Conspiracy" by Alex. McVeigh Miller is a poignant tale set in the late 1800s, chronicling the life of Laurel Vane, a young woman suddenly burdened with adversity after her father's death from alcoholism. Now alone and penniless, Laurel grapples with overwhelming despair and the daunting task of merely surviving while dealing with the aftermath of losing everything. Initially, we find Laurel in a state of deep sorrow, desperately trying to ensure her father receives a proper burial by delivering his last manuscript to a publisher, even as she's surrounded with unkind people. The story suggests upcoming trials for Laurel, filled with cruel people looking to take advantage of her and the potential for some unexpected friendships; the book’s atmosphere is charged with grief, hope, and grit, setting the stage for Laurel's uncertain future.
Laurel Vane; or, The Girls' Conspiracy
By Alex. McVeigh Miller
An orphaned girl, armed with nothing but her father's final manuscript and her own fierce spirit, confronts a world that seems determined to crush her at every turn.
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About the AuthorMrs. Alex. McVeigh Miller was the pen name of Mittie Frances Clarke Point, an American novelist. She wrote 80 dime novels during a 50-year career. Her first novel was Rosamond, but her success began with the 1883 romance, The Bride of the Tomb. She died in 1937. In 1978, her home, "The Cedars", was listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Mrs. Alex. McVeigh Miller was the pen name of Mittie Frances Clarke Point, an American novelist. She wrote 80 dime novels during a 50-year career. Her first novel was Rosamond, but her success began with the 1883 romance, The Bride of the Tomb. She died in 1937. In 1978, her home, "The Cedars", was listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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