The Tallants of Barton, vol. 3 (of 3) : $b A tale of fortune and finance

"The Tallants of Barton, vol. 3 (of 3): A Tale of Fortune and Finance" by Joseph Hatton is a late 1800s novel that looks closely at love, wanting to move up in the world, and where people stand in society through the lives of the Tallant family. The story cleverly mixes love stories with the difficulties of having a lot of money and being well-known, especially through the experiences of the Countess of Verner as she gets used to her new life and friendships. The story kicks off on Miss Amy Tallant's wedding day with an amazing celebration, but we see her think about her past and whether she truly wanted all of this as she reflects on her choices and new life. This creates an interesting look at how our personal wants and society expectations interact, like love, responsibility, and ambition as it plays out in the book.