A Search For A Secret: A Novel. Vol. 1

"A Search For A Secret: A Novel. Vol. 1" by G. A. Henty is a historical fiction that begins with the narrator's recollections of his youth in Canterbury, setting the stage for a story about intertwined families, generational legacies, and hidden truths. The novel introduces the narrator's family and their connection to the Harmers, suggesting a history filled with intrigue and secrets related to loyalty, legacy, and religious differences. The narrator reflects on his family's dynamics, including his father's scientific interests and his mother's strict rules. The story's initial atmosphere is thoughtful and nostalgic, hinting at future conflicts and separations as the narrator sets out to unravel the mysteries connecting his family to the Harmers.