Release date is 2004-12-06

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"Katrine: A Novel" by Elinor Macartney Lane is a work of fiction written in the early 20th century. The story revolves around the characters of Katrine Dulany and Frank Ravenel, exploring themes of love, loyalty, and the complexities of personal relationships against a backdrop of Southern American life. At the start of the novel, the narrative establishes the setting of the Ravenel Plantation in North Carolina, introducing the protagonist, Francis Ravenel. He is a charming man returning home, soon to encounter the intriguing Katrine Dulany, daughter of a new overseer. Their initial meeting hints at both a budding connection and the tensions brought on by Katrine's father's struggles with alcoholism. As the story unfolds, readers are drawn into an exploration of their interactions, the dynamics with other characters like Dermott McDermott, and the emotional journeys they undertake amidst the lush Southern landscape. The opening chapters set the stage for an intricate tale of interpersonal relationships and the impact of societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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