Publisher's Synopsis
Between Midnight and Dawn is a novel written by Ina Leon Cassilis and published in 1885. Set in England, the book tells the story of two young women, Muriel and Edith, who are cousins and best friends. Muriel is beautiful and charming, while Edith is plain and introverted. Despite their differences, they are inseparable and share a deep bond.The novel follows the two women as they navigate the complexities of love, marriage, and society. Muriel is courted by a wealthy and handsome young man named Gerald, but she is torn between her love for him and her desire for independence. Meanwhile, Edith falls in love with a poor artist named Harold, but their relationship is threatened by the disapproval of her family.As the story unfolds, the two women face a series of challenges and obstacles that test their friendship and their resolve. They must confront their own fears and weaknesses, as well as the expectations and prejudices of the society in which they live.Written in a lyrical and evocative style, Between Midnight and Dawn is a poignant and insightful portrait of two young women struggling to find their place in the world. It explores themes of love, friendship, identity, and the search for meaning and purpose in life.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.
