Bessie Bradford's Secret (1881) - Joanna Mathews Hooe

Bessie Bradford's Secret is a novel written by Joanna Hooe Mathews, first published in 1881. The story follows the life of Bessie Bradford, a young girl who is orphaned and taken in by her wealthy aunt and uncle. Bessie is a kind and intelligent girl, but she is constantly reminded of her lower social status and is often mistreated by her aunt and cousin.Despite her difficult situation, Bessie remains optimistic and determined to make a better life for herself. She discovers a secret about her family's past that could change everything, but she must decide whether to reveal the truth and risk her aunt's wrath or keep it to herself.Throughout the novel, Bessie faces many challenges and struggles to find her place in the world. She must navigate the complexities of social class and family relationships while staying true to herself and her values.Bessie Bradford's Secret is a timeless tale of perseverance, courage, and the power of family secrets. Mathews' writing style is engaging and heartfelt, and the characters are well-developed and relatable. This book is a must-read for anyone who enjoys historical fiction or coming-of-age stories.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

EAN: 9781436787659