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Robinetta follows the story of Mrs. de Tracy in England meeting a young American widow and befriending her. Excerpt: "How do you do?" said an icy voice, and a chill hand held hers for a moment but did not press it. The color in Robinette's 26cheeks paled and then rushed back, as she drew herself up unconsciously. "I am very well, thank you, Aunt de Tracy," she answered with commendable composure…"
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