The Blue Castle and A Tangled Web brings together two of Lucy Maud Montgomery’s most compelling novels, offering readers a heartwarming blend of tragedy and humour, exploring the intricacies of family dynamics.
In The Blue Castle, readers are introduced to Valancy Stirling, a woman trapped in a stifling and loveless existence. At twenty-nine, she receives a shocking medical diagnosis and decides to break free from her oppressive family and live life on her own terms. Valancy embarks on a journey of self-discovery and adventure, finding love and happiness in unexpected places. This enchanting novel, originally published in 1926, is a tale of courage, transformation, and the pursuit of true happiness.
A Tangled Web follows the intertwined destinies of two extended families over the course of a year, filled with both heartbreak and hilarity. When Rebecca Dark reveals the details of her will, a fierce competition ensues among her relatives for a prized family heirloom. The family members navigate schemes, secrets, and surprising alliances, ultimately discovering the true meaning of family. Originally published in 1931, this novel is a delightful exploration of familial bonds and rivalry.
The Blue Castle and A Tangled Web is a must-have collection for fans of Lucy Maud Montgomery, offering two timeless stories that celebrate the resilience of the human spirit and the complexities of family relationships.
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Lucy Maud Montgomery (1874–1942) was a Canadian author and writer of 20 novels, 30 essays, 500 poems and 530 short stories. She is best known for the Anne of Green Gables series of children’s books. Most of her fictional works are set in Canada’s smallest province, Prince Edward Island. In 1935, Montgomery was made an officer of the Order of the British Empire.
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