Cicely's Choice (1875)

Cicely's Choice is a novel written by Eleanor Grace O'Reilly and published in 1875. The story is set in Ireland and follows the life of Cicely, a young woman who is faced with a difficult decision. Cicely is in love with her childhood friend, Roland, but her father wants her to marry a wealthy man named Sir Arthur. Cicely is torn between following her heart and obeying her father's wishes.As the story unfolds, Cicely must navigate the complexities of love, duty, and societal expectations. She is forced to confront the reality of her situation and make a choice that will impact the rest of her life. Along the way, she is supported by her family and friends, who offer guidance and encouragement.Cicely's Choice is a classic Victorian novel that explores themes of love, duty, and social class. It offers a glimpse into the lives of women in 19th century Ireland and the challenges they faced in navigating the expectations of their families and society. The novel is a timeless tale of love and sacrifice that will resonate with readers of all ages.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.