Description
When a young ward is placed under the care of a respected canon, the arrangement meant to offer stability quickly becomes a test of character, loyalty, and responsibility. As family ties, social expectations, and private motives collide, the story follows how those closest to the child—especially the adults who claim authority—must confront the consequences of their choices. With James Payn’s characteristic blend of brisk narrative and keen social observation, the novel explores themes of guardianship, moral duty, and the uneasy balance between affection and control. Set against the pressures of Victorian respectability, it offers a compelling, high-stakes drama of trust and transformation—where neither love nor reputation can fully protect anyone from the truth.
Available Editions
paperback
Fredonia Books (NL)
Published Jan 1, 2001
340 pages
ISBN: 9781589636163
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First Published
1884
Language
eng
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