For the Master's Sake: A Story of the Days of Queen Mary

Name: For the Master's Sake: A Story of the Days of Queen Mary
Author: Emily Sarah Holt

By Emily Sarah Holt

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A young orphan forced into household drudgery experiences a sudden religious awakening after hearing an impassioned friar preach, which transforms her sense of self-worth and compels her to weigh personal faith against social pressures. The narrative traces her inner conversion, relationships with harsh guardians, and the wider community's contested religious life, foregrounding choices about allegiance, conscience, and sacrifice as reformist and traditional forces collide. Episodes contrast domestic hardship with public preaching, exploring devotion, moral courage, and the cost of spiritual commitment in a time of doctrinal struggle.

About the Author

Emily Sarah Holt

Emily Sarah Holt was a British author known for her historical novels, which often explore themes of love, duty, and moral dilemmas against rich historical backdrops. Her works, such as "All's Well"; or, Alice's Victory and Clare Avery: A Story of the Spanish Armada, reflect her interest in significant historical events and figures, particularly from the medieval and Tudor periods. Holt's storytelling combines engaging narratives with a focus on character development, making her contributions to Victorian literature notable. She wrote extensively, producing over twenty works that continue to resonate with readers interested in historical fiction.