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The Blue Castle (annotated) (Paperback)
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HK$250.00 
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| "The Blue Castle" is a captivating novel by renowned Canadian author Lucy Maud Montgomery. Set in the early 1900s in the fictional town of Deerwood, based on Bala, Ontario, the story revolves around the life of Valancy Stirling, a 29-year-old woman living under the oppressive constraints of her family.Valancy, considered an old maid by her family, has spent her life being compared unfavorably to her beautiful cousin Olive and being called by the baby name "Doss". Her life takes a dramatic turn when she is diagnosed with a fatal heart ailment. Believing she has very little time left to live, Valancy decides to break free from her family's expectations and obligations and starts to live life on her own terms.She finds work caring for a dying friend and unexpectedly falls in love. She moves to an idyllic island, which she dubs her 'Blue Castle', a place where everything is beautiful and goes according to her wishes. As she embraces her new life, her heart condition mysteriously improves."The Blue Castle" is a story of courage, of finding one's inner strength to fight fear, of standing up to family bullying and oppression, of finding life and living it on one's own terms, and finally of healing with the help of nature and love. The story is simple, perhaps too simple, but that doesn't in any way impede the strong message of hope.This novel is a testament to the healing power of nature, love, and personal freedom. It's a captivating journey of a woman who dares to challenge societal norms and live her truth. It's a great story of learning to be free of society's bonds and expectations, of finding love when and where least expected, and of the joys that come when you open your heart to them. This book is a must-read for those who believe in the power of self-discovery and the pursuit of happiness. It's a story that will resonate with readers long after they've turned the last page.
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