The Small House at Allington

Lily Dale lives a quiet life at the Small House, but her tranquility is shattered when the ambitious Adolphus Crosbie enters her world. Crosbie's brutal betrayal of her love for the sake of social advancement forms the emotional core of this heartbreaking story. While Lily resolves to remain true to her feelings, her cousin Johnny Eames nurtures a hopeless devotion to her, illustrating the pain of unrequited love. The novel is a profound exploration of loyalty, heartbreak, and the enduring scars left by shattered trust.