The Castle Inn by Stanley J. Weyman

Name: The Castle Inn
Author: Stanley J. Weyman

The Castle Inn follows a young woman's quest for justice after her father's murder, which leads her into a duel and unexpected romantic complications as she navigates the constraints of societal expectations. Amidst the turmoil, themes of love, honor, and resilience emerge, challenging the characters to confront their true desires.

By Stanley J. Weyman · First published 1899 · Genre: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Romance · 37 chapters · 135,537 words

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About a hundred and thirty years ago, when the third George, whom our grandfathers knew in his blind dotage, was a young and sturdy bridegroom; when old Q., whom 1810 found peering from his balcony in Piccadilly, deaf, toothless, and a skeleton, was that gay and lively spark, the Earl of March; when _bore_ and _boreish_ were words of _haut ton_, unknown to the vulgar, and the price of a borough was 5,000_l_.; when gibbets still served for sign-posts, and railways were not and highwaymen were -- to be more exact, in the early spring of the year 1767, a travelling chariot-and-four drew up about five in the evening before the inn at Wheatley Bridge, a short stage from Oxford on the Oxford road. A gig and a couple of post-chaises, attended by the customary group of stablemen, topers, and gossips already stood before the house, but these were quickly deserted in favour of the more important equipage. The drawers in their aprons trooped out, but the landlord, foreseeing a rich harvest, was first at the door of the carriage, and opened it with a bow such as is rarely seen in these days.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Stanley J. Weyman
Date: 1899 CE
Language: English
Genres: Historical Fiction, Adventure, Romance, Mystery, Drama
Length: 135,537 words
Structure: 37 chapters, 2,376 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Historical Fiction — The novel is set in a historical context, exploring themes and events relevant to its time period.
Adventure — The plot involves elements of adventure, including quests and challenges faced by the characters.
Romance — Romantic relationships and emotional connections are central to the character development and plot.
Mystery — The story includes suspenseful elements and a sense of intrigue that drives the narrative.