The True Reading of a Letter
The story revolves around a mysterious letter that sparks a chain of events, leading to a complex web of relationships and deceit. The narrative explores themes of love, betrayal, and redemption as the characters navigate their intricate connections.
By Egerton Castle · First published 1896 · Genre: Romance, Drama, Historical Fiction · 2,867 words
First lines
"Give sorrow words: the grief that does not speak Whispers the e'er-fraught heart, and bids it break. " (_Macbeth_).
Steven, in his turn, had a tale to tell; and, as they retraced their way back towards the Burg through the gathering shadows, he narrated to the fiddler, with great simplicity, the episode with the Burgravine which had led him, first into the _oubliette_, and ultimately to the quarrel with Sidonia.
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The True Reading of a Letter is listed on Textopian as a novella by Egerton Castle, dated 1896 CE.
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- Work type: Novella
- Author: Egerton Castle
- Date: 1896 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Romance, Drama, Historical Fiction, Literary Fiction, Mystery
- Length: 2,867 words
- Structure: 1 section, 42 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Romance — The plot centers around romantic relationships and emotional connections.
- Drama — The narrative involves intense character development and emotional themes.
- Historical Fiction — The story is set in a historical context, reflecting the period's social and cultural aspects.
- Literary Fiction — The writing style emphasizes complex characters and sophisticated prose.
Tags
Romance · Mystery · Suspense · Thriller · Historical Fiction · Epistolary Novel · Gothic Fiction · Victorian Era · British Literature · Classic Literature · Love Story · Secrets