The Master of Appleby A Novel Tale Concerning Itself in Part with the Great Struggle in the Two Carolinas; but Chiefly with the Adventures Therein of Two Gentlemen Who Loved One and the Same Lady

"The Master of Appleby" by Francis Lynde is a story set during the Revolutionary War, following Captain John Ireton's return home to find his family property seized and his life entangled in old feuds. After being challenged to a duel by Sir Francis Falconnet, Ireton must face not only this personal battle but also the complex history and social conflicts of the time. The novel quickly introduces a heated love triangle involving the character Margery Stair, whose connection to both Ireton and Falconnet deepens the rivalry and increases the stakes. The story is rooted with themes of honor, affection, and the impact of war.