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Mary Lavelle, raised in a strict convent education, departs for Spain to work as a governess with the aristocratic Areavaga family. Living amidst rising political tensions, she encounters the family's son, Juanito, whose fiery beliefs and passionate demeanor challenge her worldview. The novel follows Mary’s internal conflict as she navigates her convictions, the family's divided loyalties, and an intense, forbidden attraction that reflects the social upheaval surrounding them.
First publish date: 1936
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Kate O'Brien
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