The island of the stairs

"The Island of the Stairs" by Cyrus Townsend Brady is a historical fiction where a young woman's life takes a dramatic turn after her father's suicide. Master Hampdon, a sailor deeply in love with the baronet's daughter, finds himself caught in web of secrets and social injustice following the tragic event. Overhearing a cruel conversation involving the Duke of Arcester where her honor is besmirched, he steps in to defend her, challenging social norms of the time., and setting the stage for an enthralling journey to a mysterious island. Rumored to hold a treasure linked to their family's past, the island promises adventure, danger, and the potential to change their destinies forever, all while exploring themes of love, honor, and the pursuit of fortune against a backdrop of rigid social hierarchies.