... pale and sinking, was going to take her in his arms, when a heavy step, followed by other dismal sounds, was heard on the staircase, amidst the continued barking of the dog. " They are coming to fetch you. Oh God ! Oh God ! " cried Rosa, wringing... Grantley Manor - Page 186by Lady Georgiana Fullerton - 1847 - 315 pagesFull view - About this book
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...Warren, is it His will or man's will that must prevail? Heaven forgive me ! I know not what I say,— my brain is giving way." She fell on her knees with her...working. Like a ship that breasts the waves with every power it can command, she struggled, she fought, she wrestled with that great agony, and at last subdued... | |
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