Thomas Bailey Aldrich's Rivermouth Romance is a classic novel of love and adventure set in the small New England town of Rivermouth. The story follows the lives of two young lovers, John and Mary, as they struggle to make a life for themselves in the small town. John is a young man from a wealthy family, while Mary is a poor girl from the wrong side of the tracks. Despite their differences, the two fall in love and must face the obstacles of their different backgrounds in order to be together. The novel follows the couple as they face the trials and tribulations of their relationship, including the disapproval of John's family, the gossip of the townspeople, and the secrets of their pasts. Along the way, they must learn to trust each other and find a way to make their love work. Rivermouth Romance is a timeless story of love and hope, and a reminder that true love can overcome any obstacle.
By Thomas Bailey Aldrich · First published 1873 · Genre: Romance, Realistic Fiction, Historical Fiction · 3 chapters