You Never Know Your Luck; being the story of a matrimonial deserter. Volume 3.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Parker, Gilbert, 1862-1932

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"You Never Know Your Luck; being the story of a matrimonial deserter. Volume 3" by Gilbert Parker is a dramatic novel likely written in the late 19th century. This story delves into themes of love, betrayal, and social status as it explores the complexities of human relationships, particularly focusing on the lives of the characters Kitty Tynan, Shiel Crozier, and his estranged wife, Mona. The narrative navigates the emotional turmoil faced by these individuals as they confront issues of loyalty and dignity in the backdrop of societal expectations and personal desires. The opening of the novel sets the stage with a conversation between Kitty Tynan and her mother, Mrs. Tynan. Kitty expresses a mix of humor and bitterness regarding her circumstances and the people around her, including Shiel Crozier, who has returned to confront the repercussions of his past decisions. The tension is palpable as Kitty reveals her insight into the relationships at play, particularly her belief that Shiel's marriage to Mona has not been fulfilled due to monetary complexities and emotional disconnection. The scenes illustrate Kitty's evolving understanding of love and her determination to help repair the unraveling situation between Shiel and Mona, thereby establishing the intricate dynamics that will drive the plot forward. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

This eBook was produced by David Widger

Notes:

Reading ease score: 81.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2004-08-01