Against the Tide

"Against the Tide" by H. (Henry) Bedford-Jones is a story set in the bustling world of 1920s America, where love and ambition collide. At the Deming mansion, the excitement of Dorothy Deming’s wedding to Reese Armstrong is quickly clouded by financial troubles. Lawrence Macgowan, a friend of the groom, senses the pressure Armstrong is under and foresees challenges ahead. When a startling telegram arrives, announcing problems with the Deming Food Products Company, the wedding is abruptly postponed, setting a stage for a tense drama. The narrative follows Dorothy and Reese as they face moral challenges, navigate business dealings, and test the strength of their loyalty to each other, all while trying to keep their relationship afloat.