Miss Cheyne of Essilmont, Volume 2 (of 3)

"Miss Cheyne of Essilmont, Volume 2" by James Grant is a novel that continues the story of Alison Cheyne, who is caught between her love for Bevil Goring and the expectations of her family and society. The story explores themes of love, desire, and sadness within the world of high society, with characters whose lives are closely connected. The novel begins with Alison on the yacht "Firefly," where she reflects on her feelings for Bevil, showing her deep emotional conflict and the limits placed on her by her father's goals. Tom Llanyard, a friendly sailor, acts as her friend, offering her support during her distress. As they sail the French coast, the feeling of coming struggles grows, leading to a terrible night when the yacht crashes into another ship, preparing the reader for growing tension and turning points in the story.