The Ghost Girl by H. De Vere Stacpoole

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Author Stacpoole, H. De Vere (Henry De Vere), 1863-1951
LoC No. 18018341
Title The Ghost Girl
Note Reading ease score: 77.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Ghost Girl" by H. De Vere Stacpoole is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Phylice Berknowles, a young girl grappling with the complexities of life and loss following the death of her father. Set in Ireland, the narrative explores themes of family, identity, and the clash between tradition and change as Phyl navigates her connections to her past and her uncertain future. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to Phyl, a spirited fifteen-year-old girl in the aftermath of her father's death. Living in the family estate of Kilgobbin, Phyl is depicted reading by the fire in the library, revealing her profound sense of loss while she contemplates her father's untimely death. Introduced alongside her is Mr. Hennessey, the family lawyer, who expresses mixed sentiments regarding the arrival of Mr. Pinckney, an American cousin and heir to her father's estate. Phyl is hesitant and wary of change, sensing that Mr. Pinckney's arrival will disrupt the familiarity of her life at Kilgobbin. As tensions escalate with her internal struggle and her interactions with Pinckney, including a memorable clash where their tempers ignite, Phyl's journey reflects her desire for autonomy and connection amidst the unpredictability of her life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Charleston (S.C.) -- Fiction
Subject Love stories
Subject Guardian and ward -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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