The Jervaise Comedy

"The Jervaise Comedy" by J.D. Beresford is a story about the Jervaise family, dealing with the mysterious vanishing of Brenda Jervaise at a lively dance, observed through the eyes of a protagonist navigating social circles. A post-dance gathering buzzes with speculation and shifting moods when their ride home doesn’t arrive because the chauffeur is missing. The scene becomes unsettling when Brenda also vanishes, sparking worry that something serious has happened. The protagonist notices the interplay between characters, such as Frank's dominant attitude and obvious care for his sister, suggesting more than simple social issues at play, and indicating possible romantic feelings and arguments within the family as the tensions grow.