Cruel As The Grave

Cruel As The Grave is a novel by Emma Dorothy Eliza Nevitte Southworth, first published in 1888. The story is set in the mid-nineteenth century and follows the life of a young woman named Rosamond. Rosamond is the daughter of a wealthy and respected judge, but her life takes a dark turn when she falls in love with a man named Arthur. Arthur is a charming and handsome man, but he is also a gambler and a thief. Rosamond's father disapproves of their relationship and forbids them from seeing each other. Despite this, Rosamond and Arthur continue to meet in secret.As the story progresses, Rosamond becomes increasingly entangled in Arthur's criminal activities. She is torn between her love for him and her sense of morality. Meanwhile, a mysterious stranger named Mr. Blake enters the picture, claiming to have information that could clear Arthur's name. Rosamond is unsure whether to trust Mr. Blake, but she is desperate to save Arthur from a life of crime.Cruel As The Grave is a gripping tale of love, betrayal, and redemption. It explores themes of morality, justice, and the consequences of our actions. Southworth's writing is vivid and engaging, drawing readers into the world of mid-nineteenth century America. This book is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and romantic suspense.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.