Overview
Barry Craven is an adventurous but troubled Englishman who, after suffering a tragic loss, suddenly becomes guardian to a young woman whom he eventually marries. The Shadow of the East is a tumultuous story driven by one man's shame and need for redemption. A wealthy Englishman, Barry Craven, has unexpectedly followed in his father's footsteps. Despite their strained relationship, their personal lives have become intertwined. This leads to a shocking revelation that traumatizes Barry, who is overwhelmed with guilt. When an old friend dies, Barry is appointed guardian of his orphan daughter, Gillian. He is shocked to discover that the child is a young woman, and the two fall in love. Once their relationship begins, it quickly suffers due to personal demons. Like many of E.M. Hull's books, The Shadow of the East has international appeal. It takes place in multiple countries and is infused with both Western and Eastern cultures. This is an enduring love story that highlights the challenges of two unlikely partners. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of The Shadow of the East is both modern and readable.
- | Author: Edith Maude Hull
- | Publisher: Mint Editions
- | Publication Date: July 27, 2021
- | Number of Pages: 232 pages
- | Language: English
- | Binding: Hardcover
- | ISBN-10: 1513205455
- | ISBN-13: 9781513205458
