
A LIFE FOR A LIFE - By Dinah Maria Craik - The Author Of “John Halifax, Gentleman,” “A Woman's Thoughts About Women,” &c., &c. - In Three Volumes. Vol. III. - London: Hurst And Blackett, Publishers, 1859
CHAPTER I. HER STORY.
CHAPTER II. HIS STORY.
CHAPTER III. HER STORY.
CHAPTER IV. HIS STORY.
CHAPTER V. HER STORY.
CHAPTER VI. HIS STORY.
CHAPTER VII. HER STORY.
CHAPTER VIII. HIS STORY.
CHAPTER IX. HER STORY.
A quietly earnest journal opens the story, drawing listeners into the intimate world of a young woman who spends long afternoons at an open window, pen in hand, recounting a love that has slipped away. She describes the gentle midsummer landscape, the ache of a postponed wedding, and the whispered expectations of a society that urges a cheerful face even when hearts are heavy.
Through her reflections we glimpse the fragile balance between personal honor and social duty, as secrets linger between friends and families and a cherished ring becomes a symbol of both devotion and loss. Her voice is candid yet measured, offering a portrait of a Victorian heroine who must decide whether to preserve the memory of a broken promise or let it dissolve into silence. The narrative promises a thoughtful exploration of love, patience, and the quiet strength required to face life’s unexpected turns.
Language
en
Duration
~5 hours (292K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by David Widger from page images generously provided by the Internet Archive
Release date
2015-03-13
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1826–1887
Best known for the beloved Victorian novel John Halifax, Gentleman, this English writer also published poetry, children’s stories, and thoughtful essays. Her work often reflects middle-class family life, moral choices, and women’s independence.
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