The Mother's Recompense, Volume 2 by Grace Aguilar

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Author Aguilar, Grace, 1816-1847
Title The Mother's Recompense, Volume 2
A Sequel to Home Influence
Credits Produced by Charles Franks and the Distributed Proofreaders Team
Summary "The Mother's Recompense, Volume 2" by Grace Aguilar is a novel likely written in the mid-19th century. This sequel to "Home Influence" continues to explore themes of familial bonds, personal redemption, and moral integrity. The story prominently features characters such as Ellen and her Aunt Mrs. Hamilton, as they navigate the trials of love, sacrifice, and social expectations while supporting each other through personal growth and struggles. The beginning of this volume introduces us to Mrs. Hamilton as she seeks help from her daughter and her friends for a charitable project. The lively atmosphere quickly shifts to moments of deeper emotional reflection, particularly for Ellen, who reveals her transformation from a distressed young woman to one filled with joy upon the anticipated return of her brother, Edward. Their reunion promises emotional reconciliation, while Ellen's own journey of self-recovery and accountability is highlighted when she presents her aunt with the money she worked tirelessly to earn, aiming to repay a past wrong. This opening sets the stage for themes of redemption, the complexity of familial relationships, and the challenges of integrating the past with new beginnings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Domestic fiction
Subject Mothers and daughters -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 12362
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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