The Tangled Threads (1919)

The Tangled Threads is a novel written by American author Eleanor Hodgman Porter and published in 1919. The story revolves around the life of a young girl named Ruth Thorne, who is left to fend for herself after her father dies and her mother abandons her. Ruth is taken in by her wealthy aunt, but she struggles to adjust to her new life and the expectations that come with it.As Ruth grows up, she becomes increasingly entangled in a web of secrets and lies that threaten to destroy her relationships and her reputation. She falls in love with a man named Kenneth Wayne, but their relationship is complicated by his past and the disapproval of Ruth's aunt.The novel explores themes of love, family, class, and the consequences of one's actions. It is a story of redemption and forgiveness, as Ruth learns to confront her mistakes and make amends for the harm she has caused.Overall, The Tangled Threads is a compelling and emotional tale that will resonate with readers who enjoy stories of love and redemption set against the backdrop of early 20th century America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.