The Tigress

Name: The Tigress
Author: Anne Warner

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The story follows a close social circle in a mountain resort where a young woman's breakup, circulating gossip, and the possible survival of a man long thought dead unsettle relationships and reputations. A reappearing aristocratic figure with a troubled past forces friends and lovers to confront cowardice, honor, and buried secrets, producing both sharp confrontations and bittersweet comedy. Intervening episodes include disrupted engagements, an interrupted honeymoon, questions of reincarnation and heroism, and a mysterious legacy that reshapes alliances. The action moves through revelations and moral choices to a set of resolved relationships and altered lives after scandal and unexpected interventions.

About the Author

Anne Warner

Anne Warner was an American author known for her contributions to early 20th-century literature, particularly in the realm of women's fiction. She is best recognized for her series featuring the character Susan Clegg, which includes titles such as "Susan Clegg and Her Friend Mrs. Lathrop" and "Susan Clegg and Her Love Affairs." Warner's works often explore themes of domestic life and the complexities of relationships, reflecting the social dynamics of her time. In addition to her fiction, she wrote travel narratives like "Seeing France with Uncle John," showcasing her keen observations of culture and society. Her storytelling is characterized by a blend of humor and insight, making her a notable figure in her literary era.

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