A Secret of the Sea: A Novel. Vol. 1 (of 3) by T. W. Speight
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"A Secret of the Sea: A Novel. Vol. 1 (of 3)" by T. W. Speight is a fictional novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the lives of Matthew Kelvin, a provincial lawyer, and his cousin Olive Deane, as they navigate complex emotional ties, secrets, and the specter of revenge that permeates their relationships. Central to the narrative is the impending revelation of a wealthy heiress, Eleanor Lloyd,
whose true circumstances are about to be unraveled. The opening of the novel introduces us to the character Pod Piper, a young clerk in the law office of Matthew Kelvin, on a frosty December morning. As the narrative unfolds, Kelvin reveals to Olive that he has discovered a secret about Eleanor Lloyd, who is believed to be the heiress of a significant fortune. However, she is actually the adopted daughter of a deceased man, which threatens to strip her of her newfound status and wealth. This sets the stage for themes of ambition, revenge, and the intricate dynamics between characters who are bound by past relationships and present choices. The sense of imminent conflict is palpable as the characters grapple with their own ambitions and moralities, promising an engaging exploration of human nature and destiny. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Speight, T. W. (Thomas Wilkinson), 1830-1915 |
|---|---|
| Title | A Secret of the Sea: A Novel. Vol. 1 (of 3) |
| Credits |
Produced by Charles Bowen from page scans provided by the Internet Web Archive |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 77.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English fiction -- 19th century |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 57672 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-57672-5 |
| Release Date | Aug 12, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 364 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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