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Behind a Mask

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This is Alcott as you have never seen her before - gothic, and gloriously unsettling

A young governess arrives at a grand country house and quickly wins the confidence of its family. Humble and modest, Jean Muir seems to embody every virtue expected of her. But beneath her meticulous performance lies a will sharpened by resentment, ambition and rage.

BRIEF ENCOUNTERS: classic novellas and captivating stories, to be read in a single sitting or savoured over days

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ISBN9781529981360
PublisherRandom House UK Ltd
Publication Date07/02/26
Pages160

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  • annwithoutane
    annwithoutane

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    I have read Roses story and loved it repeatedly and continuously, but this tale is of a whole other level! L.M. Alcott paints in this work, Jean Muir as an Anti-heroine reckless and flawed; but enticing at the same time. It is simultaneously fascinating and horrifying to witness the clever foresight and quick wit, with which she succeeds in her immoral yet enticing endeavour. All in all it was a pleasure to read this piece painting a woman as both cunning and vulnerable, villainous and loveable. Jean Muir is one of the characters, i have had the utmost pleasure reading about.

    Aug 7, 2025

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