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"Molly Bawn" by Duchess is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the charming and lively protagonist, Molly Massereene, as she navigates her interactions with her family and an unexpected visitor, Tedcastle George Luttrell, a young hussar. Through her playful and flirtatious personality, the narrative unfolds themes of romance, familial bonds, and the contrast between rural life and courtship. The opening of the novel introduces readers to the Massereene family, comprised of Molly, her brother John, and sister-in-law Letitia. As they discuss the imminent arrival of Tedcastle Luttrell, Molly's excitement bubbles over with playful curiosity and ambition for courtship, especially in a pastoral setting that feels dull and uneventful. Their interactions set the tone for Molly's spirited character, full of youthful exuberance. The plot begins to develop further as Molly and Luttrell's meeting is anticipated, and initial dynamics of attraction and humor are esta

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"On hospitable thoughts intent."

"Positively he is coming!" says Mr. Massereene, with an air of the most
profound astonishment.

"Who?" asks Molly, curiously, pausing with her toast in mid-air (they
are at breakfast), and with her lovely eyes twice their usual goodly
size. Her lips, too, are apart; but whether in anticipation of the news
or of the toast, it would be difficult to decide. "Is any one coming
here?"

"Even here. This letter"--regarding, with a stricken conscience, the
elegant scrawl in his hand--"is from Tedcastle George Luttrell (he is
evidently proud of his name), declaring himself not only ready but
fatally willing to accept my invitation to spend a month with me."

"A month!" says Molly, amazed. "And you never said a word about it,
John."

"A month!" says Letitia, dismayed. "What on earth, John, is any one to
do with any one for a month down here?"

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