Chapter 12

"It is a thoroughly human story, and so well constructed that the interest holds one to the end."--_The Review of Reviews_, New York.

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MISERERE

By MABEL WAGNALLS

_Author of "Stars of the Opera," &c._

A brief, but beautiful romance in which the discovery of a rich and powerful voice leads ultimately to a climax as thrilling as the death scene in "Romeo and Juliet." The story is told with simple grace and directness, and is singularly pathetic and forceful.

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"It vibrates with musical sentiment. There is a good deal of artistic skill displayed in its description."--_Boston Watchman._

"A story unique in theme, delightfully told with many delicate touches."--_The Arena_, Boston.

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