Overdale is a novel written by Emma Jane Worboise. It is a classic Victorian-era novel that tells the story of a young woman named Editha Rayner. Editha is the daughter of a wealthy businessman who has recently passed away, leaving her with a large inheritance. However, Editha's life takes a turn for the worse when she discovers that her father's business was built on fraudulent practices.As Editha struggles to come to terms with her father's dishonesty, she is forced to leave her comfortable life in London and move to the small village of Overdale. There, she meets a cast of colorful characters, including the kind-hearted Reverend Arthur Hervey and his wife, as well as the mysterious and brooding Mr. Carlyle.As Editha begins to rebuild her life in Overdale, she finds herself drawn to Mr. Carlyle, despite his aloof and distant demeanor. However, as she delves deeper into his past, she discovers that he too has been affected by the dishonesty of her father's business.Overdale is a novel that explores themes of love, redemption, and forgiveness. It is a story of a young woman's journey to find herself and to come to terms with the mistakes of her past. With its richly drawn characters and vivid descriptions of Victorian England, Overdale is a timeless classic that will captivate readers of all ages.Unheard, Mr. Aylmer had joined the party. Kate was talking so loudly--for loud talking was one of her accomplishments--that she had not heard the door gently opened and closed again, nor was she at all aware that the rector was quietly listening to her flippant tirade. She looked up when she ceased speaking, and Mw Mr. Aylmer's tall, erect figure before her, and noticed his grave, sad looks.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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