The One Before (1902)

The One Before is a novel written by Barry Pain and first published in 1902. The story revolves around a young man named George Fennel who is engaged to be married to a woman named Ethel. However, when Ethel's cousin, a beautiful and mysterious woman named Diana, comes to visit, George finds himself drawn to her. As the two spend more time together, George begins to question his feelings for Ethel and wonders if he has made a mistake in choosing her as his future wife.As the story progresses, George finds himself caught in a web of deceit and betrayal as he tries to navigate his feelings for both women. He must also confront his own flaws and shortcomings as he struggles to make the right decision.The One Before is a classic tale of love and temptation, exploring the complexities of human relationships and the consequences of our actions. With its vivid characters and engaging plot, this novel is a timeless masterpiece that continues to captivate readers more than a century after its initial publication.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.