"Phemie Keller: a novel, vol. 1 of 3" by Mrs. J. H. Riddell is a tale where the arrival of Captain Henry Gower Stondon to Tordale Valley sets in motion a profound exploration of isolation, connection, and the complex allure of beauty. Drawn to the secluded church nestled amid the rugged Cumberland hills, Stondon's wanderer spirit sparks with longing as he encounters the enchanting Phemie Keller. Her captivating voice and undeniable talent at the church service spark an immediate intrigue, leading Stondon to grapple with unexpected emotions amidst a community entangled in societal expectations surrounding Phemie's future. The stage is set for a thought-provoking journey into the realities of love, ambition, and the poignant dance between aspiration and destiny, as the lives of these characters become increasingly interwoven.
Phemie Keller : $b a novel, vol. 1 of 3
By J. H. Riddell
In a remote valley, a wanderer's life changes forever when he becomes captivated by a beautiful and talented young woman, whose future is already decided.
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About the AuthorCharlotte Eliza Lawson Riddell, known also as Mrs J. H. Riddell, was a popular and influential Irish-born writer in the Victorian period. She was the author of 56 books, novels and short stories, and also became part-owner and editor of St. James's Magazine, a prominent London literary journal in the 1860s.
Charlotte Eliza Lawson Riddell, known also as Mrs J. H. Riddell, was a popular and influential Irish-born writer in the Victorian period. She was the author of 56 books, novels and short stories, and also became part-owner and editor of St. James's Magazine, a prominent London literary journal in the 1860s.
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