商品簡介
A raw Atlantic wind sweeps the coast of Maine, carrying with it the secrets and sorrows of a once-grand seaside mansion. Within its weathered walls, generations of longing, hope, and forbidden love unfold against the brooding beauty of 19th-century New England. The novel's heart beats with the rhythms of a coastal Maine community, where the tides of family loyalty and personal desire clash in a story as haunting as the fog that rolls in from the sea. This is a family saga shaped by the rugged landscape and shifting fortunes, where the passions and struggles of women are given rare depth and dignity, and where the gothic romance that emerges is as shadowed and compelling as the mansion itself. Every page immerses the reader in the evocative details of American historical fiction, from the daily rhythms of village life to the silent tensions that divide households. The narrative's emotional richness and subtlety set it apart from typical romance novels, offering a nuanced exploration of love that defies convention and social boundaries. The story's enduring power lies in its ability to capture both the sweep of history and the intimate drama of individual lives, making it a touchstone for those drawn to classic American literature and the atmospheric allure of seaside mansion stories. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure. For readers and collectors alike, it offers a rare chance to experience a New England novel whose sense of place and emotional resonance remain as stirring as the ocean itself.
