The Wharf by the Docks: A Novel

"The Wharf by the Docks: A Novel" by Florence Warden is a late 1800s tale set in Canterbury that explores family relationships and romantic entanglements. The story centers around Mr. George Wedmore, his daughter Doreen, and Dudley Horne, a young lawyer she is fond of. Mr. Wedmore has concerns about Dudley due to the history of Dudley’s father and Dudley's recent change in behavior. The story begins in the peaceful home of the Wedmore family that is referred to as The Beeches. The setting is warm, although tensions arise as Mr. Wedmore questions Dudley's intentions. Doreen grows more fond of Dudley but also has suspicions about his well-being. The narrative creates anticipation as it examines young love shaped by family expectations and lingering trauma.