02122cam a22003133u 4500 28925 UtSlPG 20260610133647.0 m cr n 260607r2009||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 16006997 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Carey, Rosa Nouchette, 1840-1909 Lover or Friend Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2009 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2009-05-22 E-text prepared by David Clarke, Pilar Somoza Fernandez, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) "Lover or Friend" by Rosa Nouchette Carey is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story introduces the Blake family, particularly focusing on the interrelations and conversations within the Ross family and their acquaintances. Central characters include the energetic Audrey Ross and her poised sister Geraldine, alongside the recently arrived widow Mrs. Blake and her children, who present a contrast to the Ross family lifestyle. At the start of the novel, we are introduced to the Ross family dynamics and their discussions regarding the Blakes, new inhabitants in their community. Audrey's impulsive nature shines through as she visits the Blakes to offer help, contrasting with her more cautious sister. The opening chapters explore themes of social propriety, family loyalty, and the warmth of emerging friendships amidst the backdrop of societal expectations and personal struggles. Audrey's first encounter with the Blakes, along with her sister's wary observations, sets the stage for further developments and interactions that promise emotional depth and character growth. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/28925 69782 69782