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Young Blood

By E. W. Hornung
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A young man returns home to discover his family diminished by a private disgrace and assumes responsibility for their care. He seeks his fortunes in the city, encountering temptation, rivalry, and legal peril that test his judgment and resolve. Alliances and betrayals complicate his progress, and a series of confrontations and strategic moves alternately ruin and restore his prospects. Over time he uncovers hidden truths about the past, attempts restitution for wrongs that have been done, and arrives at a tentative, more responsible maturity.

About the Author

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E. W. Hornung

E. W. Hornung was an English author best known for his creation of the character A. J. Raffles, a gentleman thief and cricketer. His most notable work, "A Thief in the Night," showcases Raffles' adventures and has contributed significantly to the genre of crime fiction. Hornung's writing often blends elements of humor and suspense, reflecting the social mores of his time. In addition to his Raffles stories, he wrote novels such as "A Bride from the Bush" and "Dead Men Tell No Tales," which further demonstrate his versatility as a storyteller. His works remain a part of the literary heritage of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

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