An Irish Cousin

An Irish Cousin is a novel written by E. Somerville that revolves around the life of a young woman named Honora ""Honor"" O'Gorman. Honor is a spirited and independent woman who lives in Ireland. She is the only daughter of a wealthy family and is known for her beauty and charm. The story begins with Honor's return to her family's estate after spending some time in Paris. She is excited to be back home and is looking forward to reuniting with her beloved cousin, Ulick Burke.Ulick is a handsome and charismatic man who has always been Honor's confidant and friend. However, as she returns home, she realizes that Ulick has changed. He has become distant and moody, and she can't help but wonder what has happened to him. As Honor tries to uncover the reason behind Ulick's behavior, she finds herself drawn to another man, a dashing Englishman named Cyril Molyneux.As Honor navigates her way through the complexities of her relationships with Ulick and Cyril, she must also deal with the societal pressures that come with being a wealthy young woman in Ireland. She must decide whether to follow her heart or to conform to the expectations of her family and society.An Irish Cousin is a beautifully written novel that explores themes of love, loyalty, and identity. It provides a vivid portrayal of life in Ireland during the late 19th century and offers a glimpse into the struggles faced by women during that time. The novel is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers with its engaging plot, well-drawn characters, and rich descriptions of Irish life and culture.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.