A Song of a Single Note: A Love Story

"A Song of a Single Note: A Love Story" by Amelia E. Barr is a historical novel written in the early 20th century. Set during the tumultuous times of the American Revolutionary War, it emphasizes themes of love, loyalty, and the challenges faced in a divided society. The narrative revolves around the Semple family and their interactions with various characters, including the young Maria Semple, who is returning home from Boston to her grandparents amidst political strife. The opening of the novel introduces readers to an already beleaguered New York under British occupation, painting a vivid picture of the city's desolation contrasted with its natural beauty. Elder Semple, who receives a letter from his son, reflects on the impacts of war on their lives, while the arrival of Maria marks a significant change for the family. We are introduced to various community dynamics, including the tension between royalists and rebels, establishing a rich backdrop for the unfolding story. This portion sets the stage for a complex exploration of personal and political relationships, intertwined with the hopes and dilemmas of a young girl coming of age amidst chaos. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Amelia Edith Huddleston Barr was a British novelist and teacher. Many of the plots of her stories are laid in Scotland and England. The scenes are from her girlhood recollection of surroundings. Her works include, Jan Vedder's Wife, A Border Shepherdess, Feet of Clay, Friend Olivia, The Bow of Orange Ribbon, Remember the Alamo, She Loved a Sailor, A Daughter of Fife, The Squire of Sanddal Side, Paul and Christina, Master of His Fate, The Household of McNeil, The Last of the Macallisters, Between Two Loves, A Sister to Esau, A Rose of a Hundred Leaves, A Singer from the Sea, The Beads of Tasmer, The Hallam Succession, The Lone House, Christopher and Other Stories, The Lost Silver of Briffault.