Description

In this classic novel by Ouida, friendship is tested in the everyday spaces where affection, loyalty, and self-interest collide. As characters reach for connection—seeking warmth, validation, and belonging—their bonds are strained by misunderstandings, shifting loyalties, and the moral choices that friendship demands. Ouida’s sharp, observant style brings to life the emotional stakes of companionship, exploring how easily admiration can curdle into obsession and how true support is proven under pressure. A story of human attachment and its consequences, it examines the themes of trust, character, and the fine line between devotion and self-deception.

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paperback edition cover

paperback

Adamant Media Corporation

Published Apr 17, 2001

313 pages

ISBN: 9780543916020

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First Published

1878

Language

eng

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