Millicent's Double
The novel revolves around Millicent Blythe, a young woman who returns to her hometown after being away for several years. She finds herself drawn into the lives of those she left behind and must navigate complex relationships and emotions. Through Millicent's experiences, the story explores themes of identity, community, and personal growth.
By Lucy Maud Montgomery · First published 1904 · Genre: Young Adult Fiction, Coming-of-Age, Drama · 3,294 words
First lines
When Millicent Moore and Worth Gordon met each other on the first day of the term in the entrance hall of the Kinglake High School, both girls stopped short, startled. Millicent Moore had never seen Worth Gordon before, but Worth Gordon's face she had seen every day of her life, looking at her out of her own mirror!
They were total strangers, but when two girls look enough alike to be twins, it is not necessary to stand on ceremony. After the first blank stare of amazement, both laughed outright. Millicent held out her hand.
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Millicent's Double is listed on Textopian as a short story by Lucy Maud Montgomery, dated 1904 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Lucy Maud Montgomery
- Date: 1904 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Young Adult Fiction, Coming-of-Age, Drama, Romance, Literary Fiction
- Length: 3,294 words
- Structure: 1 section, 51 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Young Adult Fiction — The story centers around the experiences and growth of two teenage girls, exploring themes of friendship, identity, and self-discovery.
- Coming-of-Age — The characters undergo significant personal development and moral lessons, typical of coming-of-age narratives.
- Drama — The plot involves emotional conflicts and moral dilemmas, particularly regarding deception and self-respect.
- Romance — While not the primary focus, elements of romantic interest and relationships are present in the social interactions.
Tags
Canadian Literature · Coming-of-Age Story · Family Drama · Female Protagonist · Friendship · Historical Fiction · Literary Fiction · Love Triangle · Mentorship · Novel of Manners · Romance · Small Town Life