Two strangers, an unexpected inheritance, and a web of secrets keep this tale spinning from the first letter to a life-changing heart choice.
A quiet post office widens into a doorway to fortune and fate. A single letter sparks a chain of revelations, drawing a shy clerk into matters of trust, memory, and conflict. As characters confront longing, pride, and the costs of love, the story blends romance with a cautious world of deals, disguises, and the consequences of helping others.
- Follow a letter that unsettles a quiet life and tests loyalty and discernment.
- Watch relationships deepen as characters weigh true affection against pride, duty, and fear.
- See how a seaside town and a well-guarded past shape the paths of courage and romance.
- Experience a mood of quiet suspense, warmth, and evolving intimacy.
Ideal for readers who enjoy historical romance with rich settings, subtle tension, and character-driven longing.
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Excerpt from Cipher: A Romance
The clerk whom he addressed paused a moment in his occupation of can celling the stamps upon a mountain of outward-bound letters and glanced at the one in the hand of the carrier.
For Gillies, sure enough, and as you say, the first one I ever knew of his getting. There he is, making up the northern mail. You'd better hand it over.
Let's see what he'll say to it, remarked the carrier, crossing the office and approaching another table covered with letters and packages, where stood a middle-aged man, with stooping shoulders and the sallow complexion peculiar to men and plants grown in the shade.
He was busy in folding small parcels of the letters before him in wrappers, announcing their contents at the same time in a voice whose sonorous sweetness contrasted even grotesquely with his appearance, while a clerk Opposite rapidly entered the list thus dictated in a large volume, and two assistants tied and backed or docketed the little packages.
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This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Excerpt from Cipher: A Romance
About the Publisher
Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com
This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book, born into obscurity, presents a vivid narrative of John Q. A. Gillies, a man whose isolated, monotonous existence as a post office clerk abruptly transforms. Thrust into an unexpected inheritance, he embarks on a journey to his ancestral home, Cragness. As he steps across the threshold, he stumbles upon both a physical and emotional labyrinth that will challenge his very identity. Driven by an unyielding curiosity, Gillies uncovers the secrets of Cragness and the Vaughn family, all the while wrestling with his own personal demons. His experiences mirror a broader societal transition, as the old guard gives way to the new. The narrative explores themes of self-discovery, family history, and the nature of inheritance, inviting readers to ponder upon the complexities of their own pasts and futures. As Gillies navigates the complexities of his newfound legacy, his transformation is both profound and poignant, ultimately culminating in a revelation that will forever alter his perception of Cragness, the Vaughns, and himself. In its exploration of familial bonds, social change, and the transformative power of self-discovery, this book offers a rich tapestry of human experience, resonant with insights and wisdom. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781330454312_0
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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Nº de ref. del artículo: LW-9781330454312
Cantidad disponible: 15 disponibles