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Mauprat

Mauprat

By: George Sand
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Bernard Mauprat, raised amidst lawless brigands, knows little of the world beyond his tumultuous upbringing until a fateful encounter at the age of 17 changes everything. When his cousin Edmee is taken hostage in their castle, Bernard risks everything to help her escape. Relocating to live with his uncle, he is finally offered the chance at an education—and his heart becomes entwined with Edmee’s, despite her hesitance due to his rough past. As he grapples with the shadows of his upbringing, can the nurturing environment of his new home redeem him? Will he find the strength to confront his past when it resurfaces, and can he clear his name from the accusations of a grave crime? Join Bernard on a journey of love, transformation, and the quest for redemption. (Summary by Scarbo)Copyright 19th and 20th Century Fiction Social Sciences World
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