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The Blue Castle

Lucy Maud Montgomery

Publisher: ALEMAR S.A.S.

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The Blue Castle is a novel by Canadian author Lucy Maud Montgomery, first published in 1926. A charming novel that centers around Valancy Stirling, a 29-year-old woman living a dreary and oppressive life in a small Canadian town in the early 20th century. Valancy is dominated by her overbearing family, who view her as an old maid with little to offer. Her only escape is her imagination, where she dreams of a beautiful 'Blue Castle' where she is free and happy. Valancy's life takes a dramatic turn when she receives a shocking diagnosis from her doctor: she has a heart condition and less than a year to live. Faced with this grim prognosis, Valancy decides to break free from her restrictive existence and start living on her own terms. She moves out of her family's home, defies societal expectations, and begins to make choices that bring her joy and fulfillment. In her quest for a more meaningful life, Valancy finds love with Barney Snaith, a reclusive man with a mysterious past. Together, they build a life filled with happiness and adventure in their own version of the Blue Castle.
Available since: 10/29/2024.

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