
Molly Bawn is a bright‑eyed Irish girl whose mornings are filled with chatter and curiosity. When her brother‑in‑law, Mr. Massereene, announces the unexpected arrival of a young hussar named George Luttrell, the household buzzes with speculation and amusement. Molly, eager for conversation and the prospect of a handsome guest, instantly imagines the lively banter that will follow.
The story unfolds within the bustling rooms of the Massereene home, where Letitia’s sharp remarks clash with Molly’s enthusiastic flirtations. As preparations for the hussar’s stay begin, the characters navigate the quirks of family expectations, the charm of new acquaintances, and the simple pleasures of a countryside setting. Listeners are invited into this warm, witty tableau, where humor and anticipation dance through every exchange.
Language
en
Duration
~13 hours (802K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2007-08-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

d. 1897
Best known by the pen name “The Duchess,” this Irish novelist wrote lively, romantic fiction that became hugely popular with English-speaking readers in the late 1800s. Her stories were loved for their charm, wit, and easy sense of fashionable society.
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