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VALENCIA VARELST.

A Novel.

By M. A. SYLVESTRE.

Pall Mall Gazette—"A novel which deals with the passions of men from an uncommon point of view. The power of love as directed by a great soul is admirably exemplified in the character of Stephen Varelst. The cultivation of the Divine Spark until it becomes idealistic and consumes the grosser passions which surround it is ably portrayed in characters which, though ideal, are not impossible, and which are in their conception worth individual study. The book shows what men are and what they might become."

To-Day.—"There is much in this story that is really strong. ... It is a powerful story full of admirable characterisation. .. . This book should be read."

British Weekly.—"It is certainly an effective piece of melodramatic work, and a sense of colour and movement impart to it an individuality."

Glasgow Herald.—"From the commencement of this tale to the end it is interesting."

Pilot.—"This is a good story."

Public Opinion.—"The heroine of this story is the embodiment of unselfishness, and the rich dwarf, by whom she is brought up, exhibits rare qualities of mind and heart.

St. James's Gazette.—"Miss M. A. Sylvestre promises to be a successful writer of fiction. ... This story soars above the drawing room tittle-tattle of the average novel of the day in a very refreshing manner."