The Pomp of the Lavilettes, Complete

"The Pomp of the Lavilettes" by Gilbert Parker is a story set in a close-knit French-Canadian town, where the once-respected Lavilette family faces hardship and societal shifts. Their history is explored through characters like Monsieur Louis Lavilette, his driven wife, and their daughters, Sophie and Christine, with past connections to Vanne Castine adding intrigue. The story introduces social issues, dreams, and gossip, laying the groundwork for a tale about love, loss, and the push for something more, suggesting struggles that will change the characters’ futures.