Ladies of Lyndon
(Author) Margaret KennedyAgatha is aware of an intensity, a powerful storm of emotion briefly awakened by a shortlived love affair with her cousin Gerald, that is entirely lacking from the successful marriage on which she is about to embark. Beautiful, young and carefully brought up, Agatha knows she is securing a perfect and luxurious future in marrying handsome John Clewer and becoming Mistress of Lyndon, and she soon becomes the perfect country house hostess. But when Gerald reappears and war in Europe disturbs the sheltered comfort of Lyndon forever, Agatha is once again haunted by the idea of a different life.
Margaret Kennedy
Margaret Kennedy (1896-1967) was a British novelist and playwright known for her insightful characterizations and sharp wit. She wrote over a dozen novels, with her most famous work being "The Constant Nymph" (1924), which was adapted into a successful play and film. Kennedy's writing style was characterized by its keen observations of human nature, intricate plotting, and subtle humor. She was a prominent figure in the interwar literary scene and made significant contributions to the portrayal of complex relationships and social dynamics in her works. Kennedy's impact on literature can be seen in her ability to capture the complexities of human emotions and relationships with nuance and depth.
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