The Cross of Pearls

Name: The Cross of Pearls
Author: Mary Alice Walton

The Cross of Pearls is a historical fiction novel set in the late 1800s in the small town of Pearls, Mississippi. The story follows the lives of two young women, Lizzie and her best friend, Sarah. Lizzie is a young African American woman who dreams of a better life for herself and her family. Sarah is a white woman who is determined to help Lizzie achieve her dreams. When Lizzie's father is killed in a tragic accident, Sarah helps Lizzie and her family through the difficult time. As the two women become closer, they discover a secret that could change their lives forever. With the help of a mysterious cross of pearls, they embark on a journey to uncover the truth about their pasts and the secrets that have been kept hidden for generations. The Cross of Pearls is a story of friendship, courage, and hope in the face of adversity. It is a story of two women who are determined to make a difference in their community and in the world.

By Mary Alice Walton · First published 1910 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Romance, Adventure · 161 words

First lines

Gethsemane, how oft, grown dim, With bleeding hearts, unpardoned sin, A Cross with pearls, and gems inlaid, God's gift of love, the price prepaid.

These precious pearls were once a tear, Repentant sighs, a hope, a fear, But rough seas washed and jewels grew Until the Cross was pearly hue.

Unnumbered are the pearls and fair, If burdens of the weary share; And deeply wrought with threads of gold, If smiles of peace suppress our woe.

To help Thee, Christ, in saving world, Forgetting self is rarest pearl, That brightly glows when righting wrong, Assisting souls in Thee grow strong.

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Work type: Short story
Author: Mary Alice Walton
Date: 1910 CE
Language: English
Genres: Historical Fiction, Romance, Adventure, Fantasy
Length: 161 words
Structure: 1 section, 5 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Historical Fiction — The Cross of Pearls is set in the early 20th century and follows the story of a young woman's journey to find her place in the world. This suggests that the book is a historical fiction, as it is set in a specific time period and follows a character's journey.
Romance — The Cross of Pearls follows the story of a young woman's journey to find her place in the world, which includes finding love. This suggests that the book is a romance, as it focuses on the development of a romantic relationship.
Adventure — The Cross of Pearls follows the story of a young woman's journey to find her place in the world, which includes a series of adventures. This suggests that the book is an adventure, as it follows a character's journey and includes exciting events.
Fantasy — The Cross of Pearls follows the story of a young woman's journey to find her place in the world, which includes magical elements. This suggests that the book is a fantasy, as it includes elements of the supernatural and magical elements.