The Beryl Stones (1903)

By Cecily Sidgwick and Cecily Wilhelmine Sidgwick

Book Overview

The Beryl Stones is a novel written by Cecily Sidgwick and published in 1903. The story revolves around a young woman named Margaret Capel, who inherits a mysterious set of beryl stones from her grandfather. Margaret soon learns that the stones have the power to grant wishes, but also come with a curse that brings misfortune to those who possess them.As Margaret struggles to understand the true nature of the stones, she must navigate the treacherous social circles of Victorian England and fend off the advances of a sinister suitor who seeks to claim the stones for himself. Along the way, she enlists the help of a dashing young adventurer named John Mainwaring, who becomes her ally in the quest to unlock the secrets of the beryl stones.The novel is a thrilling adventure story that combines elements of romance, mystery, and the supernatural. It explores themes of greed, temptation, and the consequences of power, while also offering a vivid portrait of life in turn-of-the-century England. With its engaging characters, intricate plot, and richly detailed setting, The Beryl Stones is a classic of Victorian literature that continues to captivate readers today.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1167003705
• ISBN13: 9781167003707
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 348 Pages
• Weight: 1.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"