Temptation

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This novel, first published in 1901, tells the story of a young woman torn between her love for a married man and her duty to her family and society. Set in the English countryside, the novel explores themes of passion, duty, and moral responsibility. The author, Richard Bagot, was a popular writer of the Edwardian era known for his historical and religious novels. This work, while less well-known than some of his others, is still regarded as a compelling portrayal of illicit love and its consequences.