Tenterhooks

Tenterhooks

by Ada Leverson

A charming and witty Edwardian comedy of manners, "Tenterhooks" is the second installment in Ada Leverson's beloved "Little Ottleys" trilogy. Set several years after the events of "Love's Shadow," the novel finds Bruce Ottley as difficult and exasperating as ever. His long-suffering wife, Edith, continues to manage his foibles with gentle tolerance, but her peaceful existence is shattered when she meets the captivating Aylmer Ross. The undeniable attraction between them threatens to upend the Ottleys' marriage. With its feather-light touch, sparkling dialogue, and keen insights into human nature, "Tenterhooks" is a delightful exploration of love, loyalty, and the complexities of Edwardian society.

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Ada Leverson

United Kingdom

In the vibrant tapestry of English literature, Ada Leverson emerges as a captivating figure, a witty novelist and a close confidante of the renowned Oscar Wilde. Born in London on October 10, 1862, Le...

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