A Bitter Heritage: A Modern Story of Love and Adventure by John Bloundelle-Burton

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Author Bloundelle-Burton, John, 1850-1917
Title A Bitter Heritage: A Modern Story of Love and Adventure
Note Reading ease score: 76.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "A Bitter Heritage: A Modern Story of Love and Adventure" by John Bloundelle-Burton is a historical romance novel written in the late 19th century. The book follows Julian Ritherdon, a young naval officer, as he rushes home after receiving a mysterious and ominous letter from his father, revealing a dire health prognosis and hinting at long-hidden family secrets. When Julian arrives, he is confronted with shocking revelations that will unravel his understanding of identity, kinship, and betrayal. The opening of "A Bitter Heritage" introduces Julian Ritherdon in a state of anxiety as he journeys to see his ailing father. The narrative unfolds with Julian grappling with the contents of a poignant letter that implies he must soon confront painful truths regarding his father's past. Upon arriving at his father's home, he discovers that he is not the son he believes himself to be. As the plot thickens, the first chapters reveal not only familial connections but also the intricate web of betrayal surrounding Julian's origins, setting the stage for a gripping tale of love, revenge, and adventure in an exotic locale. The reader is left wondering how these revelations will affect Julian and the family ties he thought were firmly established. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Love stories
Subject Mystery fiction
Subject Belize -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 52956
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Mar 8, 2017
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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