The Dual Alliance: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Dual Alliance is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Cooke, Marjorie Benton (1876–1920).
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"The Dual Alliance" by Marjorie Benton Cooke is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Barbara "Bob" Garratry, an Irish actress who has battled through adversity, achieving success on stage while caring for her invalid father. Despite her accomplishments, she finds herself struggling with isolation and a profound sense of emptiness, leading her to contemplate her existence and the meaning of her success. At the start of the book, we are introduced to Bob as she reflects on her tumultuous life journey, wrestling with feelings of loneliness and the weight of her past. The narrative unfolds as she contemplates suicide, revealing her profound dissatisfaction despite achieving her dreams. In a surprising turn, she proposes an unusual arrangement with Paul Trent, a lawyer whom she barely knows, suggesting they marry as a means to explore companionship. Their unexpected partnership hints at the potential for deeper connections even amidst their initial contractual relationship, setting the stage for complex emotional challenges that may arise as they navigate their intertwined lives.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Dual Alliance
- Author credits: Cooke, Marjorie Benton (1876–1920)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Actresses -- Fiction
- Marriage -- Fiction
- Political fiction
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- Category: Novels
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