The Story of Valentine and His Brother

"The Story of Valentine and His Brother" by Mrs. Oliphant is a 19th-century fiction novel that unfolds at Rosscraig House, highlighting the trials and tribulations of family life. Lady Eskside and her son, Richard, navigate the stormy waters of a scandalous marriage and the unanticipated arrival of Richard’s son, Valentine. The narrative begins in a shadow-filled room, where secrets bubble to the surface as Lady Eskside recounts the details of her son's past and his relationship. As fate intervenes, young Valentine returns during a storm, forever changing the lives of everyone involved. Richard's homecoming brings forth unresolved issues of love, grief, and the hope for forgiveness, creating a tale of emotional tension amidst societal expectations.

Margaret Oliphant Wilson Oliphant was a Scottish novelist and historical writer, who usually wrote as Mrs. Oliphant. Her fictional works cover "domestic realism, the historical novel and tales of the supernatural".