
Mademoiselle De Belle Isle
'Mademoiselle De Belle Isle' Summary
The novel centers on Mademoiselle Gabriella de Belle Isle, a young woman of noble birth who is courted by the powerful Duke de Richelieu. However, Gabriella is deeply in love with the Chevalier d'Aubigny, a young man of lesser social standing. Their love is forbidden by societal norms, and they must navigate a treacherous path to be together. As Gabriella attempts to find happiness with her true love, she encounters numerous obstacles, including the Duke's relentless pursuit and the machinations of the cunning Marchioness de Valcour. The story unfolds against the backdrop of 18th-century French society, with its strict codes of conduct and the constant threat of scandal. Through a series of dramatic twists and turns, Gabriella's choices lead her to a series of confrontations that ultimately reveal the true nature of her own desires and the complexities of love, honor, and societal expectations.Book Details
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Alexandre Dumas
France
Dumas began his career by writing plays, which were successfully produced from the first. He also wrote numerous magazine articles and travel books; his published works totalled 100,000 pages. In the...
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