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Leah Mordecai: A Novel

By Belle K. (Belle Kendrick) Abbott

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

In a world of social expectations and personal heartaches, a young woman’s journey unfolds as she grapples with love and identity.

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2004-01-01
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Summary

"Leah Mordecai: A Novel" by Belle K. Abbott is a tale set in the 1800s, focusing on a young Jewish girl named Leah Mordecai as she comes of age amidst the challenges of family troubles and rigid social norms; while dealing with these issues she meets people at Madam Truxton's school. We see how Leah interacts with her peers during this time, while dealing with social class, identity, and romantic challenges that arise as she reveals her past and her romantic feelings for people like Mark Abrams, especially in light of her interactions with Emile Le Grande. The novel paints a picture of Leah's search for joy while dealing with difficult relationships in a society fraught with the complexities of love and loss.

About the Author

Isabella "Belle" Kendrick Abbott was an American author from the Deep South, whose only published novel, Leah Mordecai, was issued in 1875.

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