The novel follows the story of Barbara Allen, a young woman from a small village in England. She is beautiful, but also cruel and selfish. She is courted by two men, one of whom she loves and the other she despises. When she chooses the man she loves, her cruel nature leads her to break his heart and ruin his life. The novel follows Barbara as she is forced to confront the consequences of her actions and learn to accept responsibility for her choices. Along the way, she discovers the power of love and redemption. In the end, she finds true happiness and a chance at redemption.
By David Christie Murray · First published 1882 · Genre: Romance, Historical Fiction, Mystery · 3 chapters