6 DECEMBER 1890, Page 12

Heart of Gold. By L. T. Meade. (Warne and Co.)—This

is one of Mrs. Meade's happiest efforts. Hope and Jocelyn are twin- sisters who early choose different paths in life, Jocelyn walking in the way of luxury and selfishness, Hope in that of duty, self- denial, and independence. The story of her fortunes is made remarkably attractive. The dialogue is particularly clever and pointed, and the characters drawn with delicacy and precision. Of course there must be obstacles in the way of the heroine's happiness ; but they are managed with tact. The book is one to be strongly recommended.