Devereux — Complete

"Devereux — Complete" by Edward Bulwer Lytton is a story set in the past where we meet Morton Devereux, who looks back at how he grew up and how his family shaped who he became, all while dealing with what society expected of him back then. The story explores serious ideas about how we feel inside versus how we show it, all happening against the backdrop of history. We find out about Morton's family, especially the different lives of his uncle Sir William and his dad. The story starts with Morton as a kid, showing how tricky it can be to get along with siblings and how special his connection is with his uncle, who helps him become smart and talented. Important people like Abbe Montreuil also appear, influencing how Morton thinks and what he believes. As we read, we see Morton trying to figure out who he is, what his family wants from him, and what really matters to him, which sets him up for the challenges and discoveries he'll face later on.