The Yellow Holly (1903)

The Yellow Holly is a novel written by Fergus Hume, first published in 1903. The story is set in England and follows the lives of two sisters, Violet and Lily, who are left penniless after the death of their father. Violet, the elder sister, is determined to make a better life for herself and her sister and decides to become a governess. Lily, on the other hand, is more interested in finding a wealthy husband.As Violet starts her new job, she meets a wealthy and handsome young man named Arthur Constant. The two quickly fall in love, but their happiness is short-lived when Arthur's father, a wealthy businessman, disapproves of their relationship. Meanwhile, Lily becomes involved with a man named Reginald, who is not as wealthy as she had hoped.As the story unfolds, secrets are revealed, and the lives of the sisters become increasingly complicated. The Yellow Holly is a tale of love, betrayal, and the struggle for financial security in a society where money and social status are highly valued. Hume's writing is engaging and vivid, and the characters are well-developed and relatable. The novel is a timeless classic that continues to captivate readers today.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.