The Stronger Influence

"The Stronger Influence" by F.E. Mills Young is a story set in the early 1900s. It follows Esme Lester, a young woman escaping the monotony of teaching music to recover in the Zuurberg mountains. Eager for excitement and connection, Esme's desire to end her boredom leads her to seek out relationships, especially one with a mysterious and gloomy man named Hallam. The story begins with Esme's arrival in Coerney, excited for a mountainous escape after a period of illness. Disappointed by the company she finds on her journey, she becomes intrigued by Hallam's reclusive nature. Their budding interactions hint at a complex relationship fueled by Esme's empathy and her wish to challenge Hallam's distant attitude, promising an exploration of influence and personal transformation amidst a captivating landscape.