Daughters of Belgravia; vol. 3 of 3

"Daughters of Belgravia" by Mrs. Alexander Fraser is a novel written in the late 19th century. This tale unfolds the tumultuous emotional lives of its characters within a high society setting, focusing on themes of love, betrayal, and social expectations. Central to the story is Gabrielle Beranger, who is ensnared in a love triangle with Lord Delaval and her stepsister Zai, confronting the challenges wrought by their affections and societal pressures. At the start of the narrative, we find Gabrielle deeply in love with Lord Delaval, grappling with the pain of his affection for her step-sister Zai. As the story begins to weave through Gabrielle's heartache and jealousy, we witness her internal struggle, culminating in a passionate confrontation with Delaval regarding his intentions toward Zai. Gabrielle's emotional turmoil is exacerbated by the societal norms of their aristocratic milieu, and ultimately her unrestrained love leads her to despair. This opening section vividly sets the stage for exploring deeper relational complexities and the consequences of unbridled passion in a world fraught with moral constraints. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Caroline Rosetta Fraser, better known by the pen name Mrs. Alexander Fraser, was a romance writer of the Victorian era and the estranged wife of General Alexander Fraser (1824–1898).