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PRIMROSE EDITION — No. 2. ‘Il’ EL Belle of the Season, By Mrs. HARRIET LEWIS, 2s an tntensely interesting story,and written in the best style of the gifted author. The large sales of thts book are sufficient proof of ws merit, and 1t 1s recommended to all lovers of jirst-class literature. Tur BELLE OF THE SEAson.—This is a gracefully told love story, by Mrs. Harriet Lewis, abounding in dramatic action and extremely capti- vating incidents, The plot is a marvel of ingenuity, not at all extra- vagant, and the love scenes are very spiritedly depicted. The reader must admire the adroit manner in which the hero and heroine, after innumerable trials, temptations, and misunderstandings, overcome all obstacles to their union, and recognize each other’s worth. There is an underplot of deep interest which entrances the charm of romance, and every chapter developes novel and unexpected features. THE BELLE OF THE SEASON is one of Mrs. Lewis’ most entrancing works, and is likely to have a large sale.—Pittsburg Leader. For sale by all Booksellers and Newsdealers, or will be sent, POSTAGE FREE, to any address in the United States or Canada, on receipt of price, 50 cents, by the publishers, STREET & SMITH, P. 0. Box 2734. 25 to 31 Rose Street, New York. Eomichbooks;com