"Slain By The Doones" by R. D. Blackmore is a historical fiction novel that plunges into the heart of Exmoor, where young Sylvia Ford's life is shattered when her father is murdered by the notorious Doone clan. This story centers around Sylvia's journey as she navigates love, loyalty, and vengeance after being forced from her home. Facing the pain of loss, she encounters Marwood de Wichehalse, a charismatic man with a dark side, and later finds herself kidnapped by the merciless Carver Doone. Her rescue by the valiant John Ridd marks a turning point, leading her through a maze of emotions as she confronts her feelings and her complicated connection to the Doones, building to a thrilling climax where honor and revenge collide.
Slain By The Doones
By R. D. (Richard Doddridge) Blackmore
Driven from her home after her father's murder, a young woman finds herself caught between a charming rogue and a ruthless outlaw clan and the man who risks everything to save her.
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About the AuthorRichard Doddridge Blackmore, known as R. D. Blackmore, was one of the most famous English novelists of the second half of the nineteenth century. He won acclaim for vivid descriptions and personification of the countryside, sharing with Thomas Hardy a Western England background and a strong sense of regional setting in his works.
Richard Doddridge Blackmore, known as R. D. Blackmore, was one of the most famous English novelists of the second half of the nineteenth century. He won acclaim for vivid descriptions and personification of the countryside, sharing with Thomas Hardy a Western England background and a strong sense of regional setting in his works.
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