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The Tallants of Barton, vol. 2 (of 3) : A tale of fortune and finance

By Joseph Hatton

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Amidst secrets and social climbing, a woman's envy ignites when a grand carriage arrives, foreshadowing a tale of hidden desires, lost fortunes, and potential betrayals.

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2023-05-20
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"The Tallants of Barton, vol. 2 (of 3): A Tale of Fortune and Finance" by Joseph Hatton is a story set in the late 1800s that explores intertwined fates shaped by desire and money. The story follows Amy Somerton who wrestles with concealed passions for Lionel Hammerton while battling with social class differences, in contrast to the opulent world symbolized by the arrival of a luxurious carriage belonging to her friend, Phœbe Tallant. Amy observes the carriage arriving at Barton Hall, her envy grows, revealing her longing for a life of wealth. Secrets, financial struggles, and the introduction of the high-society Lord Verner build on the tensions. This situation creates a web of relationships where aspirations and dark events converge.

About the Author

Joseph Paul Christopher Hatton was an English novelist and journalist. He was editor of many English publications including The Sunday Times from 1874 to 1881 and then served as a correspondent for several American periodicals.

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