
BOOK 5. - XXIV. LOVERS MATED XXXV. PREPARATIONS FOR A RESOLVE XXVI. VISITS OF FAREWELL XXVII. A MARINE DUET XXVIII. THE PLIGHTING XXIX. AMINTA TO HER LORD XXX. CONCLUSION - CHAPTER XXIV - LOVERS MATED
CHAPTER XXV - PREPARATIONS FOR A RESOLVE
CHAPTER XXVI - VISITS OF FAREWELL
CHAPTER XXVII - A MARINE DUET
CHAPTER XXVIII - THE PLIGHTING
CHAPTER XXIX - AMINTA TO HER LORD
'MY DEAR LORD,
CHAPTER XXX - CONCLUSION
'CHARLOTTE EGLETT.' - ETEXT EDITOR'S BOOKMARKS:
Lord Ormont, a charismatic military commander, finds his world unsettled by Aminda, a woman of striking intellect and fierce independence. Their early encounters are marked by witty banter and a subtle battle of wills, each testing the other's limits while navigating the expectations of aristocratic society. Aminda’s sharp mind and unconventional spirit draw Ormont’s admiration, yet also stir doubts about the roles they are expected to play.
As the pair move from formal gatherings to private moments by river and meadow, their interactions reveal a deeper longing for mutual respect and understanding. Ormont feels compelled to protect Aminda while wrestling with his own sense of honor, and she challenges him to see beyond the strict codes of duty. The story unfolds with a blend of humor, social commentary, and an emerging tension that promises both conflict and the possibility of a more equal partnership.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (131K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2003-09-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1828–1909
Best known for sharp wit, psychological insight, and some of the most demanding novels of the Victorian age, this English writer moved from poetry into fiction and became a major literary figure. His work rewards patient readers with lively dialogue, satire, and a keen eye for human behavior.
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