Light o' the Morning by L.T. Meade

The story revolves around a young woman who returns to her family's estate after being away for several years. She brings with her a child and a mysterious past that she keeps hidden from her relatives. As the narrative unfolds, it becomes clear that the young woman's presence has a profound impact on the household, causing tension among its members.

By L.T. Meade · First published 1894 · Genre: Fiction, Young Adult, Adventure · 36 chapters · 111,309 words

First lines

"Why, then, Miss Nora -- "

"Yes, Hannah?"

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Light o' the Morning is listed on Textopian as a novel by L.T. Meade, dated 1894 CE.

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• Work type: Novel
• Author: L.T. Meade
• Date: 1894 CE
• Language: English
• Genres: Fiction, Young Adult, Adventure, Romance, Coming-of-Age
• Length: 111,309 words
• Structure: 36 chapters, 2,442 paragraphs
• Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Genres

• Fiction — The narrative is primarily a work of fiction, focusing on character development and imaginative storytelling.
• Young Adult — The themes and characters are geared towards a young adult audience, exploring issues relevant to that age group.
• Adventure — The plot includes elements of adventure, with characters embarking on journeys and facing challenges.
• Romance — Romantic relationships are central to the plot, influencing character motivations and outcomes.

Tags

Victorian Fiction · Children's Literature · Adventure Story · Coming-of-Age · Female Protagonist · Family Drama · Social Class · Morality Tale · Mystery · Detective Work · Small Town Setting · Friendship

Contents

• Nora
• "some more of the Land Must Go."
• The Wild Murphys
• The Invitation
• "I am Ashamed of you."
• The Cave of the Banshee
• The Murphys
• The Squire's Trouble
• Education and other Things
• The Invitation
• The Diamond Cross
• A Feather-Bed House
• "there's Molly."
• Bits of Slang
• Two Letters
• A Cheeky Irish Girl
• Two Descriptions
• A Compact
• She will Soon Tame down
• Stephanotie
• The Rose-Colored Dress
• Letters
• The Box of Bon-Bons
• The Telegram,
• The Blow
• Ten Pounds
• Adventures -- and Home again
• The Wild Irish
• Alterations
• The Lion in his Cage
• Release of the Captive
• Andy
• The Cabin on the Mountain
• A Daring Deed
• The Cot where he was Born
• "I'M a Happy Man!"

More by L.T. Meade

• 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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