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Burney, Fanny
1752
1840
Burney, Frances
D'Arblay, Frances Burney
Cecilia; Or, Memoirs of an Heiress — Volume 3
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"Cecilia; Or, Memoirs of an Heiress — Volume 3" by Frances Burney is a novel written in the late 18th century, continuing the complex narrative of its heroine, Cecilia Beverley. This volume delves into themes of love, duty, and societal expectations, primarily focusing on Cecilia's tumultuous relationship with Mortimer Delvile, who is caught between his affections for her and the rigid standards imposed by his family. At the start of this volume, readers are thrust into a dramatic moment where Cecilia is on the brink of marrying Delvile when an unexpected interruption halts the ceremony. The tension escalates as Cecilia grapples with her feelings of uncertainty and fear of the future while contemplating the consequences of their union, particularly regarding the disapproval of Delvile's family. The scene culminates in a mixture of joy and despair, as Cecilia must navigate her emotional turmoil in light of an unforeseen challenge that threatens her happiness. As Delvile seeks to understand the source of Cecilia's distress, the complexity of their relationship becomes increasingly apparent, foreshadowing further challenges they must face together. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 62.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Inheritance and succession -- Fiction
England -- Fiction
Young women -- Fiction
Love stories
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