Bred in the Bone; Or, Like Father, Like Son: A Novel

"Bred in the Bone; Or, Like Father, Like Son: A Novel" by James Payn is a tale that unfolds in the setting of a late 19th-century English estate, centering on the flamboyant Squire Carew of Crompton, whose spirited escapades and extravagant habits have made him both admired and notorious among his peers. As Carew lives grandly, the narrative grapples with concepts of social standing, familial bonds, and the long-term impact of one's choices. Adding to the drama is Richard Yorke, an aspiring artist who comes to Crompton with hidden intentions, drawn to Carew's magnetic personality yet harboring unresolved tensions, setting the stage for a clash driven by hidden connections and deeply held aspirations.