Frances Kane's Fortune by L.T. Meade

The novel revolves around Frances Kane, a young woman who inherits a large fortune from her uncle. She becomes embroiled in a complex web of relationships and deceit as she navigates her new wealth and status. Frances's life is marked by a series of unfortunate events, including the loss of her family home and the betrayal of those closest to her. As she struggles to come to terms with her circumstances, she must also confront the darker aspects of human nature. Throughout the novel, themes of class, morality, and identity are explored in depth. The story is a commentary on the social conventions of the time, highlighting the difficulties faced by women in particular as they navigated the complexities of wealth and status. Ultimately, Frances's journey serves as a cautionary tale about the corrupting influence of power and the dangers of unchecked ambition.

By L.T. Meade · First published 1886 · Genre: Adventure, Young Adult, Drama · 17 chapters · 41,858 words

First lines

It was a very sunny June day, and a girl was pacing up and down a sheltered path in an old-fashioned garden. She walked slowly along the narrow graveled walk, now and then glancing at the carefully trimmed flowers of an elaborate ribbon border at her right, and stopping for an instant to note the promise of fruit on some well-laden peach and pear-trees. The hot sun was pouring down almost vertical rays on her uncovered head, but she was either impervious to its power, or, like a salamander, she rejoiced in its fierce noonday heat.

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Genres

• Adventure — The plot involves a journey and exploration of fortune, typical of adventure narratives.
• Young Adult — The themes and characters are geared towards a younger audience, focusing on growth and self-discovery.
• Drama — The story contains emotional conflicts and character development, characteristic of dramatic literature.
• Romance — Elements of romantic relationships are present, influencing character motivations and plot progression.

Tags

Victorian Fiction · Mystery · Romance · Female Protagonist · Social Class · Family Drama · Love Triangle · Secrets and Lies · Coming of Age · Governess · Orphan · Inheritance

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• Work type: Novel
• Author: L.T. Meade
• Date: 1886 CE
• Language: English
• Genres: Adventure, Young Adult, Drama, Romance, Mystery
• Length: 41,858 words
• Structure: 17 chapters, 867 paragraphs
• Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Contents

• The Letter
• "this is Wonderful."
• After Ten Years
• Fluff
• "Frances, you are Changed!"
• "I will not Sell the Firs."
• No other Way
• For the Sake of Three Hundred a Year
• Under the Elms
• "Fluff will Suit him Best."
• Edge Tools
• The Cunning Little Mouse
• "Little Girls Imagine Things."
• "I Hate the Squire."
• "Mr. Lover."
• Sweetly Romantic
• The Firs or Frances?

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• Sir Penn Carlyll's Engagement (1902)
• The Dead Hand (1902)
• Finger Tips (1902)
• The Secret of Emu Plain (1898)
• Followed (1903)
• The Blood-Red Cross (1902)
• The Face of the Abbot (1902)
• Madam Sara (1903)
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