| Author |
Jordan, Elizabeth Garver, 1867-1947 |
| Illustrator |
Meylan, Paul Julian, 1882-1961 |
| Title |
The Girl in the Mirror
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 83.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
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| Summary |
"The Girl in the Mirror" by Elizabeth Garver Jordan is a novel written in the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of Devondale, Ohio, the story opens with an ornate wedding ceremony for Barbara Devon, a woman of considerable means and prominence. The narrative focuses on the lives of Barbara and her brother Laurie, hinting at their complex family dynamics as well as Laurie's internal struggles and the potential for tumultuous choices that lie ahead. At the start of the story, the wedding festivities create a vibrant atmosphere, drawing diverse attention from the townspeople. Amidst this celebration, the reader is introduced to Jimmy Harrigan, a young caddie, and the gossip surrounding Barbara's brother Laurie, who has a troubled past. Their lives take a turn as Laurie contemplates his newfound freedom after his sister's marriage and the impact it may have on his future, while the introduction of a mysterious girl observed in a mirror hints at deeper emotional conflicts yet to be explored, particularly as Laurie seeks a fresh start away from his previous habits. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Love stories
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| Subject |
Dramatists -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Mystery fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
31471 |
| Release Date |
Mar 2, 2010 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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