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Missing

Missing

By: Mary Augusta Ward
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Set against the tumultuous backdrop of 1915, Missing follows the poignant journey of Nelly and Lieutenant George Sarratt, who have just begun their married life. After a brief but idyllic honeymoon in the breathtaking Lake District, George is deployed to the Front in northern France. Left behind with her domineering sister, Bridget, Nelly finds herself drawn into the lives of the affluent, including Sir William Farrell, his companion Captain Marsworth, and his sister Cicely. As the war rages on, Nelly receives devastating news George is reported ‘missing, believed killed’ in action. The narrative unfolds, delving into the evolving relationships and fortunes of these characters as they navigate the uncertainty of war and the heart-wrenching wait for news of George’s fate.Copyright Nature and Animals Social Sciences
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