The Last Call: A Romance (Vol. 3 of 3): Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
The Last Call: A Romance (Vol. 3 of 3): author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
The Last Call: A Romance (Vol. 3 of 3) is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Dowling, Richard (1846–1898).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Last Call: A Romance (Vol. 3 of 3)" by Richard Dowling is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book centers around complex themes of love, jealousy, and betrayal, particularly focusing on the turbulent relationship between the main characters, Dominique Lavirotte and the O'Donnell family. As they navigate personal tragedies and misunderstandings, the narrative explores how past choices and circumstances shape their present lives. The opening of the novel sets a somber tone as it introduces a solitary man traveling from Rathclare to Dublin, cloaked in mystery and emotional turmoil. He is later revealed to be Dominique Lavirotte, who arrives in London under a veil of grief and guilt following the death of Dora Harrington. Readers witness his internal struggle as he contemplates his past mistakes, his strained relationships, and the consequences of his actions on those he loves. The scene shifts to a tense confrontation between Lavirotte and James O'Donnell, intensifying the conflict as accusations fly and secrets threaten to unravel their intertwined fates. The beginning effectively establishes the emotional stakes and complex character dynamics that will unfold throughout the narrative.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Last Call: A Romance (Vol. 3 of 3)
- Author credits: Dowling, Richard (1846–1898)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
- Mistaken identity -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: British Literature
- Category: Novels
- Category: Romance
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