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A Devotee: An Episode in the Life of a Butterfly
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781022152366
Publisher: Legare Street Pr
Published: Jul 18 2023
Pages: 210
Weight: 0.66
Height: 0.44 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Set against the backdrop of turn-of-the-century London, this haunting and lyrical novella tells the story of a young woman named Cyril who becomes enamored with a beautiful butterfly she discovers in the woods. As Cyril's fascination deepens, she becomes enmeshed in a web of passion, mystery, and tragedy that will change her life forever. A masterpiece of psychological fiction, A Devotee is a must-read for fans of Henry James, Virginia Woolf, and other literary luminaries of the period.
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