Joy Ogilvie, the beautiful young daughter of a Kentucky colonel, plays a joke with her friends, pretending to be "Lady Athlyne", after hearing a story about the dashing Irish nobleman Lord Athlyne. Little does she know that half a world away, the real Lord Athlyne is a prisoner of war in a South African camp, where word reaches him that a woman in America is impersonating his wife.
Lady Athlyne by Bram Stoker, first published in 1908, is a lesser-known novel that blends romance, adventure, and elements of melodrama. The story revolves around Lady Athlyne, a beautiful and independent woman who is caught between her love for the mysterious and charming Captain Devine and the duty she feels towards her marriage.
The plot centers on the complexities of love, honor, and societal expectations, as Lady Athlyne struggles to reconcile her emotions with her responsibilities. The narrative explores themes of mistaken identity, duty, and self-discovery, with several twists and turns leading to a dramatic and somewhat sentimental conclusion.
While not as famous as Stoker’s Dracula, Lady Athlyne showcases his ability to create intense emotional drama and complex characters. The novel is often seen as a work reflecting the social values and concerns of the early 20th century, particularly regarding relationships and the role of women in society.
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