The Silent Shore: A Romance

"The Silent Shore: A Romance" by John Bloundelle-Burton is a tale of love and identity set against the backdrop of late 19th-century society. Viscount Penlyn, Gervase Occleve, faces unforeseen turmoil when a simple yachting trip with his friend Philip leads to the unearthing of secrets within historical registers, causing him to question his family's past and, consequently, his engagement to Ida Raughton. As Gervase grapples with revelations about his father's mysterious history, the complications threaten to shatter his future with Ida, who herself is torn between societal expectations and her secret lingering affections for another, a man known as Walter Cundall. The narrative thus explores how hidden truths and unspoken desires create emotional waves, challenging the characters' understanding of themselves and the nature of their relationships.