Lucretia — Volume 04

"Lucretia — Volume 04" by Edward Bulwer Lytton is a historical fiction book that pulls you into a world of romance, big dreams, and the tough realities of the time. The book kicks off by introducing Percival St. John, a young man aiming high, and Helen Mainwaring, the girl he falls for. It also features John Ardworth, a character driven by a quest that takes a sad turn. The story opens with Charles Vernon’s widow coping with loss, while Helen’s innocence shines as Percival becomes captivated by her. The book contrasts the lives of the rich with those struggling, like the sweeper Beck, hinting at a story where love and ambition mix with loss and the heavy weight of society, promising a blend of romance and mystery.