The Fallen Leaves

"The Fallen Leaves" by Wilkie Collins navigates the complex relationships within the Ronald family, highlighting the societal pressures and personal sacrifices of the Victorian era. Beginning with the stern Benjamin Ronald, whose traditional values clash against his daughters' desires, leads to an escalating domestic unrest that his gentle wife attempts to quell. The narrative then pulls back the curtain, revealing long-held secrets and emotional wounds that intricately connect the characters, thereby setting the stage for a sprawling exploration of love, loss, and the possibility of redemption.