On the Brink of a Chasm: A record of plot and passion: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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On the Brink of a Chasm: A record of plot and passion is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Meade, L. T. (1854–1914).
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"On the Brink of a Chasm: A Record of Plot and Passion" by L. T. Meade is a novel written in the late 19th century. It delves into themes of love, sacrifice, and the struggles of a young woman named Barbara Evershed, who is caught in the tension between familial duty and her own heart's desire. The story unfolds against the backdrop of societal expectations and financial turmoil, centered around Barbara's relationship with her mother and a suitor she does not love. The opening of the novel introduces us to the glamorous yet precarious world of Barbara and her mother, Mrs. Evershed, as they entertain guests in their lavish home despite their financial troubles. Barbara desperately wishes to reject the suitor her mother desires her to marry—Lord Selwyn, a wealthy but undesirable old man—in favor of her true love, Dick Pelham, a struggling barrister. Tension builds as Barbara faces pressure to secure her mother's financial future while navigating her own romantic feelings. As the plot thickens, the arrival of Dr. Luke Tarbot and his obsession with Barbara complicate matters further, setting the stage for conflict and a potential love triangle. This opening lays the groundwork for a gripping tale filled with emotional depth and dramatic twists.
Book and edition facts
- Title: On the Brink of a Chasm: A record of plot and passion
- Author credits: Meade, L. T. (1854–1914)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Conspiracies -- Fiction
- Husband and wife -- Fiction
- Inheritance and succession -- Fiction
- Mesmerism -- Fiction
- Revenge -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Novels
- Category: Romance
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