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A Secret Inheritance (Volume 2 of 3) is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Farjeon, B. L. (Benjamin Leopold) (1833–1903).
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"A Secret Inheritance" by B. L. Farjeon is a novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around themes of love, betrayal, and vengeance, focusing primarily on the lives of brothers Silvain and Kristel, whose relationship becomes irrevocably altered by their actions and the influence of a woman named Avicia. The story hints at a complex entanglement of emotions and fateful events that guide the characters toward their destinies. The opening of the book introduces us to Louis, the narrator, who is reflecting on his past and the bond he shared with his dear friend Silvain. As he searches for Silvain in various locations, he encounters much uncertainty and is compelled by the deep affection he feels for his friend. Through a chance reunion after years of separation in a forest, Louis discovers that Silvain and Avicia are in a desperate situation, evoking compassion and concern. The tension builds as hints of darker developments emerge, including Silvain's troubled relationship with his brother Kristel, underscoring themes of unfulfilled love, impending motherhood, and ominous foreboding that set the stage for the larger drama ahead.
Book and edition facts
- Title: A Secret Inheritance (Volume 2 of 3)
- Author credits: Farjeon, B. L. (Benjamin Leopold) (1833–1903)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Mystery fiction
- Sleepwalking -- Fiction
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- Category: Novels
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