The Cornish Heiress
The Cornish Heiress by Roberta Gellis is a First Edition novel published by Random House Publishing Group in October 1981. This fiction work follows the story of Megaera, who was sold into marriage at a young age and faced a series of challenges after her husband, Edward Devoran, became embroiled in smuggling and ultimately met a tragic end. As Megaera, now known as Red Meg, takes control of her circumstances, she navigates the complexities of her new life while dealing with the repercussions of her past.
Readers will find a narrative that intertwines themes of love, deception, and resilience against a backdrop of historical intrigue. The story introduces Philip St. Eyre, a man determined to fight Napoleon, who crosses paths with Red Meg under unexpected circumstances. Their relationship develops amidst misunderstandings and danger, particularly when threats from Black Bart force them to confront their true identities. This edition spans 507 pages and is presented in English, offering a detailed exploration of the characters’ journeys and the challenges they face.
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Megaera’s father sold her in marriage at fifteen to Edward Devoran. Edward’s extravagance mortgaged her estates and induced him to join a band of smugglers. Meg paid the interest by selling her jewels and when they were gone-Edward was gone too, murdered by his partner Black Bart. Meg became the smuggler Red Meg, took Edward’s place and Edward’s profits and kept paying her mortgages.Philip St. Eyre wanted to fight Napoleon. Raised as a Frenchman and able to pass as French, he was the perfect spy and had a way to reach France through his father’s old friend, the smuggler Pierre. Thus Philip met Red Meg and fell in love.Meg thought Philip was Pierre’s by-blow, Philip thought Meg was a common smuggler. To both gently born lovers the match was impossible. Until Black Bart tried to murder Meg, and Philip had to take her to France where her handiness with a pistol saved his life and his mission and exposed all their secrets.Publisher Note: The book was previously published elsewhere in 1981.
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