by George Eliot
First published 2016
Jacob, a pious schoolteacher, is horrified when his reprobate brother David returns home, intent on seducing their wealthy cousin. As David's schemes spiral, Jacob must choose between his moral code and his family's legacy. In this gripping tale of divided loyalties, Eliot George lays bare the price of principle and the fragility of blood ties.
Genres: fiction, drama, family, literary-fiction, 20th-century, 19th-century
Vibes: emotional-atmospheric, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: family-drama, moral-conflict
Period: 19th-Century, 20th-Century
46 pages · Paperback · CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform