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K is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Rinehart, Mary Roberts (1876–1958).
Catalogue synopsis
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"K" by Mary Roberts Rinehart is a novel likely written during the early 20th century. The story is centered around the lives of its main characters, Joe Drummond and Sidney Page, as they navigate youth, love, and life's responsibilities in a close-knit neighborhood. The novel involves various dynamics of love and ambition, particularly highlighting Sidney's desire for independence against the backdrop of Joe's unrelenting affection. At the start of the novel, the narrative unfolds in a charming yet modest street, where Joe Drummond finds himself waiting for Sidney Page, a girl he adores. As they engage in conversations under the moonlight, Joe grapples with his feelings and aspirations, hoping for a future with Sidney, while she contemplates her desire to break free from the confines of her life and pursue a path of purpose as a nurse. The arrival of a new roomer, K. Le Moyne, introduces further tension and possibility into Sidney's world, as she begins to forge her own identity while at the same time feeling the weight of expectations from those around her. The opening chapters beautifully depict this delicate balance between youth, love, and the journey toward self-discovery.
Book and edition facts
- Title: K
- Author credits: Rinehart, Mary Roberts (1876–1958)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Mystery fiction
- Pittsburgh (Pa.) -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Bestsellers, American, 1895-1923
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Novels
- Category: Romance
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