The Green-Eyed Monster
The Green-Eyed Monster is a novel by Sylvanus Cobb Jr. set in the late 19th century. It tells the story of a young woman, Mary, who is struggling to make ends meet in a small New England town. She is in love with a wealthy man, but her family is poor and she is unable to marry him. When a mysterious stranger arrives in town, Mary finds herself drawn to him and his mysterious past. As the story progresses, Mary discovers the stranger's true identity and the secrets he is hiding. She must decide whether to follow her heart or her head, and whether to risk everything for love. The novel is a classic romance, full of suspense and intrigue, and explores themes of class, love, and loyalty.
By Sylvanus Cobb Jr. · First published 1889 · Genre: Mystery, Romance, Fiction · 3,234 words
First lines
Mr. John Nettleby had been married just five years, and during that time he had enjoyed a great life of domestic bliss, for he had found a very good wife in Susan Perkins.
She was a neat, tidy, bustling woman, full of spirit and affection and very fond of her husband.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Sylvanus Cobb Jr.
- Date: 1889 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Mystery, Romance, Fiction, Thriller
- Length: 3,234 words
- Structure: 1 section, 145 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Mystery — The title of the book, 'The Green-Eyed Monster', implies a mysterious element, as the phrase is often used to describe jealousy or envy.
- Romance — The title of the book, 'The Green-Eyed Monster', implies a romantic element, as the phrase is often used to describe jealousy or envy in relationships.
- Fiction — The book is written by Sylvanus Cobb Jr., a known fiction author.
- Thriller — The title of the book, 'The Green-Eyed Monster', implies a thrilling element, as the phrase is often used to describe intense emotions.
Tags
jealousy · romance · drama · suspense · betrayal · love · conflict · human emotions · relationships · mystery · tragedy · psychological