The novel revolves around the theme of social class and its effects on personal relationships. The protagonist, a young woman from a lower-middle-class background, becomes involved with a wealthy family, leading to a complex web of relationships and power struggles. Through her experiences, the novel explores the tensions between old money and new wealth, as well as the consequences of upward mobility.
By Ethel Mills · First published 1894 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Social Commentary, Coming-of-Age · 41 chapters