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Quin

by Alice Caldwell Hegan Rice (1870–1942)

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  • 6 hours to read
  • 33 chapters
  • Reading level: 6th grade

"Quin" by Alice Caldwell Hegan Rice is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story appears to revolve around the lives of two main characters, Sergeant Quinby Graham, a war veteran adjusting to civilian life, and Eleanor Bartlett, a young woman from a prominent but oppressive family. Their interactions seem to center on themes of ambition, love, and the desire for personal freedom amidst societal expectations. At the start of the novel, we meet Quin, who is recovering from war injuries and exhibits a buoyant spirit despite his struggles. The narrative captures his eagerness to engage with life, culminating in a chance encounter with Eleanor at a dance hall, where their flirtation ignites something deeper. As Quin navigates his feelings for Eleanor, the story hints at the societal constraints she faces, particularly from her family, who seek to control her future and suppress her aspirations. This opening portion sets the stage for a tale filled with emotional complexity and character development, showcasing Quin's determination and Eleanor's yearning for independence.

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  • Courtship
  • World War, 1914-1918 · Veterans
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Chapter 1

If the dollar Quinby Graham tossed up on New Year's eve had not elected to slip through his fingers and roll down the sewer grating, there might have been no story to write. Quin had said, "Tails, yes"; and who knows but that down there under the pavement that coin of fate was registering "Heads, no"? It was useless to suggest trying it over, however, for neither of the young privates with town leave for twenty-four hours possessed another coin.

The heavier of the two boys, Cass Martel,—the lame one, whose nose began quite seriously, as if it had every intention of being a nose, then changed abruptly into a button,—scraped the snow from the sewer grating with his cane, and swore savagely under his breath. But Quin shrugged his shoulders with a slow, easy-going laugh.

"That settles it," he said triumphantly. "We got to go to the Hawaiian Garden now, because it's the only place that's free!"

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Contents

Show all 33 chapters
  1. Chapter 1
  2. Chapter 2
  3. Chapter 3
  4. Chapter 4
  5. Chapter 5
  6. Chapter 6
  7. Chapter 7
  8. Chapter 8
  9. Chapter 9
  10. Chapter 10
  11. Chapter 11
  12. Chapter 12
  13. Chapter 13
  14. Chapter 14
  15. Chapter 15
  16. Chapter 16
  17. Chapter 17
  18. Chapter 18
  19. Chapter 19
  20. Chapter 20
  21. Chapter 21
  22. Chapter 22
  23. Chapter 23
  24. Chapter 24
  25. Chapter 25
  26. Chapter 26
  27. Chapter 27
  28. Chapter 28
  29. Chapter 29
  30. Chapter 30
  31. Chapter 31
  32. Chapter 32
  33. Chapter 33

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This free edition of Quin by Alice Caldwell Hegan Rice comes from Project Gutenberg eBook #20033, released 2006-12-05. It is in the public domain in the United States, so you can read it here in full at no cost, on any phone, tablet or computer. Genre: Novels, American Literature.

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