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Holmes, Mary Jane
1825
1907
Holmes, Mary Jane (Hawes)
Holmes, Mary J.
Ethelyn's Mistake
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"Ethelyn's Mistake" by Mary Jane Holmes is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The book explores themes of love, societal expectations, and personal struggle as it follows the life of Ethelyn Grant, a young woman on the cusp of marriage, who grapples with her emotions tied to past relationships and her impending future. The opening of the novel introduces Ethelyn in the quiet, picturesque town of Chicopee, Massachusetts, on the morning of her wedding day. Despite the joyous occasion, she is troubled and introspective, feeling conflicted about her feelings for her fiancé, Richard Markham, and her past attachment to her cousin Frank Van Buren. The narrative captures the contrasts between Ethelyn’s emotions and the expectations around her, showcasing her internal turmoil as she prepares to enter into a life that may not align with her heart's desires. As she interacts with her supportive aunt Barbara and reflects on her past, it becomes clear that Ethelyn is facing a significant emotional dilemma, hinting at the deeper conflicts that will unfold throughout the story. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 67.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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United States -- Social life and customs -- Fiction
Married people -- Fiction
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