Ormond; Or, The Secret Witness. Volume 2 (of 3)

"Ormond; Or, The Secret Witness. Volume 2" by Charles Brockden Brown is a story set in the 1800s that shows the difficult life and complex relationships of Constantia Dudley as she deals with deceit and family problems. The story begins with Constantia affected by her family's troubles, especially after the actions of the dishonest Craig. Her developing connection with the mysterious Ormond brings up questions about what is right and who can be trusted, and Constantia finds herself in trouble as Craig hides his wrongdoings and tries to use people around him. Constantia is determined to protect her father's reputation and improve the family's financial situation. Her visit to Mr. Melbourne brings a turning point, offering hope, while also revealing Craig's schemes. Themes of being trapped, social class, and the fight to do what is right in difficult situations emerge.