The Two Emilys
The Two Emilys by Sophia Lee is an annotated edition published by Valancourt Books in 2009, comprising 280 pages in English. This novel, originally published in 1798, presents a fast-paced narrative filled with themes of vengeance and triumph, showcasing Lee’s literary talents. The story revolves around the conflict between two Emilys—Emily Fitzallen, driven by revenge, and Emily Arden, the heroine—set against a backdrop of masquerade, bigamy, and duels, with action spanning from Ireland and Scotland to Switzerland and Italy.
Readers will find a wild and unpredictable Gothic tale that intertwines elements of insanity, blackmail, and dramatic confrontations. This edition not only revives a work that has been out of print for over 150 years but also includes scholarly annotations and a wealth of additional materials, such as contemporary reviews and excerpts from related eighteenth-century works. The Two Emilys serves as a significant contribution to the genres of fiction and classics, appealing to those interested in historical and literary narratives.
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Although Sophia Lee is best known for her historical romance about the fictive daughters of Mary, Queen of Scots, The Recess (1783-85), her The Two Emilys (1798) is a fast-paced novel of vengeance and triumph that equally showcases her talents.
In The Two Emilys, masquerade, an earthquake, bigamy, insanity, blackmail, and duels serve the demonic Emily Fitzallen in her drive for revenge on her counterpart and the novel’s heroine. Emily Arden, and the man over whom they do battle, the Marquis of Lenox. Will the good Emily or the evil one prevail? Featuring a wild, improbable plot and action that ranges from Ireland and Scotland to Switzerland and Italy, The Two Emilys remains an unpredictable and thrilling Gothic tale.
First published as part of Canterbury Tales, Sophia Lee’s collaboration with her sister Harriet, The Two Emilys has been out of print for more than 150 years. It returns to print in a scholarly edition, introduced and annotated by Julie Shaffer, and featuring a wealth of additional materials, including contemporary reviews of the novel, excerpts from related eighteenth century works, a detailed bibliography, and more.
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