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"Millicent's Double" by Lucy Maud Montgomery is a charming short story that explores themes of identity, self-discovery, and the complexities of human relationships. The narrative follows Millicent, a young woman who, feeling confined by societal expectations, finds an unexpected opportunity to explore her true self through an intriguing encounter. As she navigates the duality of her existence, Millicent learns valuable lessons about love, authenticity, and the courage to embrace one's unique individuality. With Montgomery's signature lyrical prose, the story delicately weaves humor and poignancy, making it a delightful read for fans of her work.

• Short story

								

to their boarding-house. "It's really all too wonderful to grasp at
once. You don't know, Millie, how lonely I've felt often under all my
nonsense and fun. Aunt Delia was kind to me, but she was really no
relation, she had a large family of her own, and I have always felt
that she looked upon me as a rather inconvenient duty. But now I'm so
happy!"

"I'm so glad for you, Worth," said Millicent warmly, "although your
gain will certainly be my loss, for I shall miss my roommate terribly
when she goes to live at Beechwood. Hasn't it all turned out
strangely? If you had never gone to Beechwood in my place, this would
never have happened."

"Say rather that if we hadn't gone to confess our fault, it would
never have happened," said Worth gently. "I'm very, very glad that I
have found Uncle George and such a loving welcome to his home. But I'm
gladder still that I've got my self-respect back. I feel that I can
look Worth Gordon in the face again."

"I've learned a wholesome lesson, too," admitted Millicent.
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