Manslaughter

by Alice Duer Miller

"Manslaughter" explores the gripping aftermath of a tragic accident that changes the lives of those involved forever. Set in a small town where everyone knows everyone, tensions rise as accusations fly and secrets unravel. As the community grapples with grief and guilt, questions of responsibility and justice loom large. The novel delves into the complexities of human nature, moral dilemmas, and the fragile dynamics of relationships under pressure. Through vivid character portraits and a suspenseful narrative, "Manslaughter" examines the blurred lines between right and wrong, the consequences of choices made in a split second, and the search for redemption in the face of tragedy.

Genres: Fiction

227 pages, Kindle Edition

First published March 24, 2011

About the author

Alice Duer Miller (July 28, 1874 – August 22, 1942) was an American writer whose poetry actively influenced political opinion. Her feminist verses impacted on the suffrage issue, while her verse-play The White Cliffs encouraged US entry into World War II. She also wrote novels and screenplays.

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Reviews

[Arthur Pierce · Rating 4 out of 5]

The first Alice Duerr Miller novel I have read, but it certainly won't be the last. I have seen two movie versions of this story, so I pretty much knew what was coming, but Miss Miller is an engaging story-teller and I found MANSLAUGHTER to be an especially entertaining example of popular '20s literature.

[Samantha Glasser]

Read this book online for free through Project Gutenberg: https://www.gutenberg.org/cache/epub/...

This story was adapted to the screen as a silent film in 1922 starring Leatrice Joy and an early sound movie in 1930 starring Claudette Colbert.

[Briana · Rating 3 out of 5]

Alice Duer Mitchell brings her characteristic dry wit, but this is the least well put-together of her stories (that I've read). Still, a good read for anyone who enjoys early 20th Century social satire in the Edith Wharton vein.