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Dowling, Richard
1846
1898
Dowling, R. (Richard)
Fall, Marcus
The Weird Sisters: A Romance. Volume 2 (of 3)
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"The Weird Sisters: A Romance. Volume 2 (of 3)" by Richard Dowling is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story navigates themes of love, betrayal, and moral conflict, centering on the character of Mr. Grey, whose troubled psyche leads him into a desperate situation following a series of life-altering events. As the plot unfolds, Grey grapples with the consequences of his actions and the emotional turmoil accompanying his fractured relationships. At the start of this volume, the opening sets a tense and dramatic tone, focusing on Mr. Grey as he emerges from a harrowing scene at the bedside of Sir Alexander Midharst, sweeping back and forth between desperation and self-delusion. The narrative captures his internal struggle as he is overwhelmed by guilt and fear, contemplating the weight of a recent theft that has intertwined with his complicated feelings towards Maud Midharst, the heir to Sir Alexander's fortune. Mr. Grey's sense of detachment is palpable as he confronts a potential disaster with the steamboat "Rodwell", leading to a catastrophic explosion which changes the course of his life and ignites a desperate search for answers regarding his wife, Bee, whose fate hangs in the balance. This opening portion establishes a darkly charged atmosphere filled with ambiguity and anticipation of impending doom. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 81.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Category: Romance
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Category: British Literature
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