"Jamaica Inn"

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The writer of this paper discusses the plot and main characters of Daphne du Maurier's romantic novel, "Jamaica Inn," which is the story of a young woman named Mary Yellen, who was raised in the peaceful village, Helford. This paper follows the story of Mary, who after the death of mother is sent to live with her aunt Patience at the Jamaica Inn. This paper also details the evolving romance between Mary and Jem, a horse thief.

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"Mary meets up with Jem on Christmas Eve and watches him sell the newly colored pony back to its original owner, who does not recognize it. Later, Jem questions her about her appearance, worried that the light has gone from her eyes. She tells Jem what Joss has told her. Mary and Jem have a great day together and Jem tries to kiss her. She pushes him away and tells him she wants to go home. He leaves to get the jingle but fails to come back. Eventually, Mary decides to venture home alone. She meets the vicar on the way, accepts a ride from him, and once again spills her guts to him. He comforts her by saying that the government will soon patrol the coast and wreckers will be arrested and outlawed. Mary's evening gets worse. She arrives home only to be forced to accompany Joss and his gang on a wrecking trip."

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