St. Martin's Eve: A Novel

"St. Martin's Eve: A Novel" by Mrs. Henry Wood is a story set in Victorian England that follows George Carleton St. John as he mourns his wife, Caroline, who passes away soon after giving birth to their son, Benjamin. As George wrestles with his sorrow, those around him, like Mrs. Darling, see an opportunity for their own advancement, hoping for a match between George and her daughter, Charlotte. The story explores how George balances his feelings of loss with societal pressures. Through dramatic changes after a profound loss, this novel reveals the intricate webs of love, ambition, and the search for healing set amidst themes of duty, desire, and the complexity of human connections.