The Unseen Bridegroom; Or, Wedded For a Week by May Agnes Fleming

"The Unseen Bridegroom; Or, Wedded For a Week" by May Agnes Fleming is a novel written in the late 19th century. The book centers around the tumultuous life of Carl Walraven, a wealthy man who has recently returned to New York after two decades away, and his interactions with various characters, including his mother and the mysterious woman Miriam, who brings unexpected revelations concerning his past. The story unfolds at a grand ball hosted by Mrs. Walraven, where social dynamics and romantic intrigues take center stage. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to a stormy November evening in New York, setting a dramatic backdrop for Mrs. Walraven's long-awaited ball. The atmosphere is filled with contrasting emotions as her son, Carl, reflects on his turbulent past and his return home. The scene is swiftly populated by guests eager to meet the enigmatic Carl, while the narrative hints at the complications introduced by Miriam, who appears out of nowhere to confront Carl about his forgotten history. This intricate blend of high society, romance, and unaddressed secrets promises an engaging tale as the characters navigate love, obligation, and redemption. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Fleming, May Agnes, 1840-1880
Title The Unseen Bridegroom; Or, Wedded For a Week
Credits Produced by Early Canadiana Online, Robert Cicconetti,
Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team.
Reading Level Reading ease score: 84.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Fiction
Category Text
eBook-No. 15875
Release Date
Last Update Mar 6, 2025
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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