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"Dorinda's Desperate Deed" is a short story by Lucy Maud Montgomery that explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the complexities of human emotions. The narrative centers around Dorinda, a young woman who finds herself in a challenging situation that requires her to make a significant and difficult decision. As she navigates her feelings and the expectations of those around her, Dorinda's journey reveals her inner strength and the profound impact of her choices on her life and the lives of others. Montgomery's characteristic charm and insight into human nature shine through in this poignant tale.

• Short story

								

point of asking for it. Not a very amiable temper, you will say? I
admit it. I am not amiable and I never have been amiable. You must be
prepared to find me very unamiable. I see that you are waiting for a
chance to say something polite and pleasant on that score, but you may
save yourself the trouble. I shall hope and expect to have you visit
me often. If your mother and your brothers and sisters see fit to come
with you, I shall welcome them also. I think that this is all it is
necessary to say just now. Will you stay to tea with me this evening?"

Dorinda stayed to tea, since she knew that Jean was at home to attend
to matters there. She and Uncle Eugene got on famously. When she left,
Uncle Eugene, grim and hard-lipped as ever, saw her to the door.

"Good evening, Niece Dorinda. You are a Page and I am proud of you.
Tell your mother that many things in this life are lost through not
asking for them. I don't think you are in need of the information for
yourself."
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