Publisher's Synopsis
The Blue Envelope is a novel by Sophie Kerr, first published in 1917. The story revolves around a young woman named Betty Fairfax, who receives a mysterious blue envelope that sets her on a journey of self-discovery and adventure. The envelope contains a letter from Betty's estranged father, inviting her to visit him in New York City. Betty, who has been living a sheltered life in a small town, decides to take the leap and embark on the journey to the big city.As Betty navigates her way through the bustling streets of New York, she encounters a cast of colorful characters, including a handsome artist named Jack, who becomes her guide and confidant. Together, they explore the city and Betty begins to uncover secrets about her father's past and her own family history.Throughout the novel, Betty grapples with issues of identity, love, and the meaning of family. As she learns more about herself and her roots, she must make difficult choices about her future and the kind of person she wants to be.The Blue Envelope is a charming and engaging novel that offers a glimpse into early 20th-century America and the struggles of a young woman coming of age. With its vivid descriptions of New York City and its memorable characters, this book is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and classic literature.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.
