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A Sister to Evangeline Being the Story of Yvonne de Lamourie, and how she went into exile with the villagers of Grand Pré

By Charles G. D. Roberts

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Amidst blossoming apple trees and brewing political unrest, a soldier's homecoming reawakens lost love, shadowed by a dark prophecy and the looming threat of exile.

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2016-11-26
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Summary

"A Sister to Evangeline" by Charles G. D. Roberts is a tale set in Acadia, following Acadian soldier Paul Grande's return to his village of Grand Pré after two years away. His memories of Yvonne de Lamourie resurface amidst the growing tension between loyalty to England and France. Returning to the tranquil beauty of his homeland and recalling the faces of those who have passed, Paul finds himself torn between his growing love for Yvonne and the dangers of political intrigue. The story also introduces intriguing characters such as the foreboding Grûl, who predicts Acadie's decline, and the manipulative Black Abbé, heightening the ever-present threat that looms over the Acadian people as they deal with conflicts, political treachery, and battles.

About the Author

Sir Charles George Douglas Roberts was a Canadian poet and prose writer. He was one of the first Canadian authors to be internationally known. He published various works on Canadian exploration and natural history, verse, travel books, and fiction." He continued to be a well-known "man of letters" until his death.

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