Excerpt from Mary Regan
IT was opening night of the new bill at the Grand Alcazar; and Clifford, as he waited alone at a little' table for his host, almost unconsciously searched through the great restaurant of black-and-gold for Mary Regan just as, almost unconsciously, he had been seeking her wherever he had been during the six months of agreed-upon silence since they had parted. He did not expect to see her here, hence felt no disappointment when his roving eyes did not come Upon her. She had said she would write when she had thought it all out, and when she was ready to see him. Six months was a long time, but he believed in her word and still waited, not once having sought to penetrate that utter privacy which she had asserted to be for her, at that time, life's prime essential. But though keeping his word, he had Often been impatient, and had often wondered.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book immerses readers in the glittering culture of New York City's high society, where fortunes can be made overnight and the allure of the limelight can corrupt even the purest souls. At the center of this dazzling world is Mary Regan, a woman whose past as a criminal mastermind is shrouded in mystery. Six months after her disappearance, she resurfaces, leaving a trail of uncertainty in her wake. The author masterfully weaves together multiple perspectives, including Mary's, as they navigate the city's grand hotels, elegant restaurants, and shadowy underbelly. Along the way, they encounter a cast of intriguing characters, from the charming lawyer with a sinister past to a young socialite haunted by the consequences of his indulgences. Through Mary's journey, the book delves into the complexities of identity and the nature of good and evil, questioning whether individuals can truly change or if their true selves are destined to reassert themselves. The author leads readers on a thrilling exploration of the hidden forces that shape human behavior, ultimately revealing the profound consequences of our choices and the importance of embracing our true nature. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781330953549_0
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