My Lady Jane by Lucy Maud Montgomery
The novel revolves around a young woman who marries her cousin to secure an inheritance and protect her family's estate from being seized by the government due to their Catholic faith. The story explores themes of duty, loyalty, and the complexities of relationships within families.
By Lucy Maud Montgomery · First published 2008 · Genre: Romance, Historical Fiction, Comedy · 3,923 words
First lines
The boat got into Broughton half an hour after the train had gone. We had been delayed by some small accident to the machinery; hence that lost half-hour, which meant a night's sojourn for me in Broughton. I am ashamed of the things I thought and said. When I think that fate might have taken me at my word and raised up a special train, or some such miracle, by which I might have got away from Broughton that night, I experience a cold chill. Out of gratitude I have never sworn over missing connections since.
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My Lady Jane is listed on Textopian as a short story by Lucy Maud Montgomery, dated 2008 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Lucy Maud Montgomery
- Date: 2008 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Romance, Historical Fiction, Comedy, Drama, Literary Fiction
- Length: 3,923 words
- Structure: 1 section, 73 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Romance — The central plot revolves around romantic entanglements and the complexities of love, particularly the protagonist's feelings for Jane.
- Historical Fiction — The narrative is set against a historical backdrop, reflecting societal norms and politics of the time.
- Comedy — The story contains humorous elements, particularly in the protagonist's awkward situations and misunderstandings.
- Drama — The characters experience emotional conflicts and personal dilemmas that drive the narrative.
Tags
Historical Fiction · Romance · Young Adult · Fantasy · Alternate History · Regency Era · Royal Family · Love Triangle · Forbidden Love · Social Class · Family Drama · Coming of Age