Publisher's Synopsis
The Rose of Jericho is a book written by Ruth Holt Boucicault. It is a historical fiction novel that takes place in the 19th century. The story revolves around a young woman named Rose who is forced to leave her home in Ireland and move to America to escape the potato famine. She lands in New Orleans and is taken in by a wealthy family, the Deverauxs. Rose quickly becomes a beloved member of the Deveraux household and falls in love with their son, Charles. However, their relationship is met with disapproval from Charles' mother, who wants him to marry someone of their social class. Despite this, Rose and Charles continue to see each other in secret. As tensions rise in New Orleans due to the Civil War, Rose finds herself caught in the middle of the conflict. She must navigate her feelings for Charles, her loyalty to the Deveraux family, and her own desire for freedom and independence. The Rose of Jericho is a compelling tale of love, family, and the struggle for identity in a rapidly changing world. Boucicault's vivid descriptions of New Orleans and the surrounding areas bring the story to life, while her characters are complex and relatable. This book is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and romance novels.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.
