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What people are saying - Write a reviewReview: EmmelineUser Review - Christina - GoodreadsMelodrama! Very long and complicated, but still somewhat enjoyable thanks to Loraine Fletcher's excellent editing and introduction. Here's my full review: http://thebluebookcase.blogspot.com/2... Read full review Review: EmmelineUser Review - Jen - GoodreadsI love gothic feminist writers. Charlotte Smith embodies the GOthic novel. Weaving tales of intrigue and sorrow. Read full review Related books
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