The QuickeningDigiCat, 16 sep 2022 - 263 pagina's Francis Lynde's novel, 'The Quickening', is a gripping tale that explores themes of love, betrayal, and redemption set against the backdrop of the American West. Lynde's intricate prose and vivid descriptions bring the rugged frontier to life, creating a sense of immediacy and intensity in the narrative. The author's use of dialogue adds depth to the characters and enhances the novel's authenticity, making it a compelling read for fans of historical fiction. 'The Quickening' is a classic example of Western literature that captures the essence of the era with its richly drawn characters and evocative storytelling. Francis Lynde's own experiences as a journalist and editor provided him with a keen insight into the human condition, which he skillfully weaves into the fabric of the novel. His background in journalism lends a sense of realism to the narrative, grounding the story in a tangible reality that resonates with readers. Lynde's ability to blend historical accuracy with emotional depth makes 'The Quickening' a must-read for anyone interested in the complexities of the human heart and the enduring power of love and forgiveness. |
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... and dark eyes that had both the fear and the fierceness of wild things in them. "Shucks! it ain't your spring any more'n it's mine!" she retorted. "Hit's on Maje' Dabney's land." "Well, don't you muddy it none," said Thomas Jefferson, with.
... and dark eyes that had both the fear and the fierceness of wild things in them. "Shucks! it ain't your spring any more'n it's mine!" she retorted. "Hit's on Maje' Dabney's land." "Well, don't you muddy it none," said Thomas Jefferson, with.
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... Don't you mad me, Nan Bryerson!" he cried. She laughed up at him and flung him a taunt. "You don't darst to get mad, Tommy-Jeffy; you've got religion." It is a terrible thing to be angry in shackles. There are similes—pent volcanoes ...
... Don't you mad me, Nan Bryerson!" he cried. She laughed up at him and flung him a taunt. "You don't darst to get mad, Tommy-Jeffy; you've got religion." It is a terrible thing to be angry in shackles. There are similes—pent volcanoes ...
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Francis Lynde. "'Cause I don't believe all that about the woman and the snake and the apple and the man?" "You'll go to hell when you die, and then I guess you'll believe," said Thomas Jefferson, still more definitively. She took a red ...
Francis Lynde. "'Cause I don't believe all that about the woman and the snake and the apple and the man?" "You'll go to hell when you die, and then I guess you'll believe," said Thomas Jefferson, still more definitively. She took a red ...
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... don't know the war is over?" With a roar like that of a maddened lion the Major bowed himself, caught his man in a mighty wrestler's grip and flung him broadcast into the coleus bed. The words that went with the fierce attack made Ardea ...
... don't know the war is over?" With a roar like that of a maddened lion the Major bowed himself, caught his man in a mighty wrestler's grip and flung him broadcast into the coleus bed. The words that went with the fierce attack made Ardea ...
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... don't know—I don't know," with a despondent shake of the leonine head. After Pettigrass had gone on his errand the Major rose and went unsteadily into the house. Then, and not till then, Ardea got up on her knees and put her arms around ...
... don't know—I don't know," with a despondent shake of the leonine head. After Pettigrass had gone on his errand the Major rose and went unsteadily into the house. Then, and not till then, Ardea got up on her knees and put her arms around ...
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