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Braddon, M. E.

 
9781330208410: Asphodel, Vol. 2 (Classic Reprint): A Novel

Synopsis

A family drama of duty, desire, and society’s strict codes explores a young woman’s plea for further education against a stern, resourceful father and a world of wealth and expectations. The book paints vivid scenes of a grand estate, seaside yachts, and drawing-room politics as characters negotiate love, obligation, and personal growth.

In this excerpt, Daphne questions her future and pushes for continued schooling, while her father weighs the cost and practicality of that choice. Supportive sisters, a calculating mother, and a circle of friends and rivals illuminate a world where status and affection complicate every decision. The tension between personal ambition and family duty drives the emotional core of the story.


  • Follow Daphne’s heartfelt appeal for education and the resistance she faces at home.

  • Watch how money, pride, and social expectations shape family dynamics.

  • Experience lush Victorian settings—from tennis lawns to elegant drawing rooms and boating life.

  • Engage with a cast of characters whose loyalties and grievances create rising drama.



Ideal for readers who enjoy episodic, character-driven stories set in a refined late‑Victorian world, where personal choice collides with social constraint.

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