Hidden Sweetness (1886)

Hidden Sweetness is a novel written by Mary Emily Bradley and published in 1886. The story revolves around a young woman named Maud who is forced to leave her home in England to live with her aunt in America. Maud's father has died, and her mother has remarried a man who does not want Maud around. Maud's aunt, Mrs. Delamere, is a wealthy and influential woman who takes Maud under her wing. However, Maud soon discovers that her aunt's kindness is not without ulterior motives. Mrs. Delamere is determined to marry Maud off to her son, Harry, in order to secure her family's fortune. Maud is initially hesitant about the idea of marrying Harry, but she soon finds herself falling in love with him. However, their happiness is short-lived when Maud discovers a dark secret about Harry's past. The novel explores themes of love, family, and the consequences of keeping secrets. It also offers a glimpse into the social norms and expectations of the late 19th century. Overall, Hidden Sweetness is a compelling tale of romance and intrigue that will keep readers engaged until the very end.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.