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Maple Cliff: The Chapel of St. Mary invites you into a lush, gothic New England family saga
Set among old estates, stern guardians, and quiet village life, this tale follows duty, faith, and concealed longings across generations. As maples shed their autumn leaves, a powerful patriarch reshapes a family by choice and secrecy, while a young girl steps into a world of privilege and constraint. The book blends harsh proprieties with tender bonds, exploring how love, loyalty, and resilience contend with social expectations and hidden pasts.
Written with atmospheric detail and a steady, old‑world cadence, the novel tracks the fortunes and misfortunes of Maple Cliff’s inhabitants—from stern governors to devoted caretakers—through a series of intimate, morally charged moments. You’ll meet devoted relatives, a resilient heroine, and a cast of characters whose choices ripple through a small New England town, shaping lives across the centuries.- Immerse yourself in a richly drawn, Gothic regional setting
- Follow the interplay of duty, faith, and personal longing
- Encounter family drama, moral testing, and quiet acts of courage
- Experience period detail that brings a New England village to life
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. Dive into the fascinating tale of a young girl's journey to find her place in a world that seeks to confine her spirit. Set in the backdrop of a tumultuous post-Civil War era, this book delves into the complexities of family, prejudice, and the search for self-identity. The author skillfully weaves a tapestry of characters, each with their own motivations and struggles. Agatha, the spirited protagonist, yearns for love and acceptance beyond the rigid walls of Maple Cliff, the isolated estate where she resides. Papsy, a young woman of mixed heritage, grapples with societal prejudice and her own troubled past. The arrival of a governess, Charlotte, brings a glimmer of hope and intellectual stimulation to Agatha's life. Through the intertwining lives of its characters, this book explores themes of societal expectations, the power of education, and the transformative nature of friendship. It challenges preconceived notions and sheds light on the hidden prejudices and struggles that shape the lives of individuals. The author's compassionate storytelling and nuanced exploration of complex issues make this book a compelling and thought-provoking read, inviting readers to question the boundaries that society imposes and to embrace the potential for growth and change. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781331421344_0
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The Chapel of St. Mary (Classic Reprint)
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Etat : Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 402 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. N° de réf. du vendeur 25920713/2
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