02181cam a22003013u 4500 36723 UtSlPG 20260610133834.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR Fenn, George Manville, 1831-1909 One Maid's Mischief Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2011-07-13 Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England "One Maid's Mischief" by George Manville Fenn is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story opens in a quaint rural setting, introducing us to the Reverend Arthur Rosebury, his cheerful sister Mary, and the dynamics of their peaceful life intertwined with nature and pastoral tasks. The narrative hints at romantic entanglements and the characters’ relationships, particularly through the arrival of young ladies from a nearby educational establishment. The opening portion depicts a serene early morning at the Rectory, showcasing the tranquility of the setting through descriptions of birdsong and blossoming flowers. We are first introduced to Reverend Arthur, an amiable yet absent-minded curate, and his caring sister Mary, who playfully fusses over him. Their gentle interactions set a tone of familial affection, while the intrigue begins with the anticipation of a visitor, Dr. Bolter, and the arrival of young ladies—Helen Perowne and Grey Stuart—whose presence promises to stir new emotions and complications within their routine lives. The subtle undertones of romantic interest and the contrast between the innocence of pastoral life and the stirring of youthful passions are themes that emerge early on, foreshadowing the complexities to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36723 77563 77563