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Joan: A Tale, Vol. 2 of 3 (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Rhoda Broughton

 
9780483733459: Joan: A Tale, Vol. 2 of 3 (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

A sharp, character-driven drama of longing, etiquette, and small misjudgments in a houseful of guests.

Set during a bustling visit to Portland Villa, this tale follows a young woman and her circle as social rules, rivalries, and unspoken feelings collide. The setting and conversations reveal how appearances can mask real desires, and how a single invitation can ripple through a family and their guests.

In this world of fluttering fans, pointed witticisms, and quiet heartbreak, readers watch friendships tested, loyalties questioned, and the delicate balance between pride and affection softly shift.
  • Witty exchanges and evolving relationships that drive the emotional tension.
  • A vivid portrait of social expectations and the cost of keeping up appearances.
  • Moments of longing, jealousy, and tentative hope set against a late‑Victorian social backdrop.
  • Character interplay that hints at future consequences without revealing them all.
Ideal for readers who enjoy classic literary fiction with intricate social dynamics and restrained romance.

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