His Sombre Rivals

His Sombre Rivals is a novel written by E. P. Roe. The book tells the story of two men, Edward and Richard, who are competing for the love of the same woman, Grace. Edward is a wealthy businessman who is used to getting what he wants, while Richard is a struggling artist who is passionate about his work. Grace is torn between the two men, as she is attracted to Edward's wealth and power, but also drawn to Richard's creativity and sensitivity.As the story unfolds, the rivalry between Edward and Richard becomes increasingly intense, with both men determined to win Grace's heart. However, as they each try to outdo the other, they begin to realize that their competition is not just about Grace, but also about their own egos and desires. Meanwhile, Grace must decide which man she truly loves and whether she is willing to sacrifice her own happiness for the sake of their rivalry.Set against the backdrop of New York City in the late 19th century, His Sombre Rivals explores themes of love, ambition, and the struggle for power and recognition. With its vivid descriptions of the city's bustling streets and elegant society, the book offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era, while also providing a timeless tale of human emotion and desire.""Yes, I know she is engaged to your friend, Warren Hilland. She came over in the dusk of last evening, and, sitting just where you are, told me all. I kept up. It was not for me to reveal your secret. I let the happy girl talk on, kissed her, and wished her all the happiness she deserves. Grace is unlike other girls, or I should have known about it long ago. I don't think she even told her father until she had first written to him her full acknowledgment. Your friend, however, had gained her father's consent to his addresses long since. She told me that.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.