Fenton's Quest
1871
A novel written during the late 19th century. The story introduces us to Gilbert Fenton, an Australian merchant visiting Lidford, a quiet village where he reflects on his life and the potential for romance when he meets the captivating Marian Nowell, the adopted niece of Captain Sedgewick. At the start of the novel, we find Gilbert attending church in the tranquil village of Lidford, where he notices Marian and is immediately enchanted by her beauty. The opening chapters explore his contemplations about life and love, as he connects with Marian and her protective uncle, Captain Sedgewick. The narrative sets up the romantic tension between Gilbert and Marian, introducing potential complications related to her mysterious background and social status. As Gilbert desires to win her affections, he grapples with his feelings and societal expectations, which foreshadow the intricate relationship dynamics that will unfold throughout the story.
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“there is very seldom mystery without wrong doing of some kind behind it.””
— M. E. Braddon
“People have different notions of happiness, you see,””
— M. E. Braddon
“A man is never at his best when he is worried by debts and financial difficulties.””
— M. E. Braddon
“I do not suppose that there is such a thing as perfect happiness in the world.””
— M. E. Braddon
“there are some feelings which seem to wear out as a man grows older,”
— M. E. Braddon
“He was a very gracious and communicative person, and seemed to take life in an easy agreeable manner, like a man whose habit it was to look on the brighter side of all things, provided his own comfort was secured.””
— M. E. Braddon
“Ah, your Marian is a star, single and alone in her brightness, like that planet up yonder!””
— M. E. Braddon
“Naught's had, all's spent, when our desire is got without content.' I wonder whether the fulfilment of one's heart's desire ever does bring perfect contentment? I think not.””
— M. E. Braddon
“And if a man comes by his wish basely, there is a taint of poison in the wine of life that neutralizes all its sweetness.””
— M. E. Braddon
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