02265cam a22003493u 4500 22000 UtSlPG 20260610133516.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Trollope, Anthony, 1815-1882 Kept in the Dark Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kept_in_the_Dark Release date is 2007-09-10 E-text prepared by Joseph E. Loewenstein, M.D. "Kept in the Dark" by Anthony Trollope is a novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative follows the life of Cecilia Holt, a young woman whose seemingly idyllic existence is disrupted by the entrance of Sir Francis Geraldine, with whom she becomes engaged. The story explores themes of love, societal expectations, and the consequences of personal choices, particularly through Cecilia's tumultuous relationship with Geraldine and her subsequent internal struggles. At the start of the story, we are introduced to the comfortable life of Cecilia Holt and her widow mother living in Exeter. Although Cecilia initially scoffs at the idea of love, her engagement to Sir Francis ignites a change in her sentiments, leading to her brief period of happiness. However, as the engagement progresses, Cecilia begins to confront Sir Francis's neglect and emerging coldness, eventually leading her to doubt their compatibility. In a bold move, she resolves to end the engagement, creating a ripple effect that not only impacts her life but also alters her views on love, friendship, and self-identity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century -- Fiction England -- Fiction Domestic fiction Married people -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22000 63144 63144