Thrice wedded, but only once a wife

"Thrice Wedded, but Only Once a Wife" by Georgie Sheldon is a story that begins on a lovely June morning at a cottage in Massachusetts and follows Robert Ellerton and Dora Dupont, two young friends, as they playfully decide to get married, showcasing the energy of young love. The story introduces Squire Moulton who feels resentful toward Robert’s father which immediately foreshadows looming difficulties and hints at complex themes of societal pressure and family drama. As Squire Moulton's sinister plan unravels in response to the spontaneous marriage, the novel starts to explore the entanglement of love, bitterness, and the consequences of past grievances.