Alice, or the Mysteries - Book 11

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lytton, Edward Bulwer Lytton, Baron, 1803-1873

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Alice, or the Mysteries - Book 11" by Baron Edward Bulwer Lytton Lytton is a novel written in the Victorian era, characterized by its intricate plot and exploration of moral and social issues. This book delves into themes of ambition, vengeance, and the complexities of human emotion, centering around the characters' relationships and the societal pressures they face. The narrative unfolds against a backdrop of political intrigue and personal betrayal, examining how the characters navigate their intertwining fates. In this installment, Lord Vargrave is poised to marry Evelyn Cameron, but his ambitions are complicated by the reappearance of Cesarini, a man suffering from madness who blames Vargrave for his misfortunes. As tensions rise, secrets are revealed that threaten the impending marriage, including the truth of Evelyn's lineage. The story takes a dark turn following Vargrave's sudden death under mysterious circumstances, leaving behind a web of intrigue and unanswered questions. The resolution of the plot involves themes of redemption and the enduring bonds of love, culminating in the wedding of Maltravers and Alice, as they confront their pasts and embrace a hopeful future together. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Dagny; and by David Widger

Notes:

Reading ease score: 69.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Release date is 2006-01-01