The House of the White Shadows

"The House of the White Shadows" by B. L. Farjeon is a novel that kicks off with a woodman facing a murder trial in Geneva for the death of a flower girl, a trial that has everyone on edge. The plot thickens with themes of love turned sour, jealousy, and the stark divide between social classes, all brought to the forefront by a talented Advocate who decides to defend the accused. The story begins in a city buzzing with anticipation for the trial, casting a dark cloud of suspicion over the accused and sorrow for the young victim. The reader gets a glimpse into their troubled relationship, especially the woodman’s jealousy, set against a society that makes things even more complicated. The story also hints at hidden secrets about the flower girl's past and her protector, creating a complex puzzle. The arrival of the Advocate and his wife at a mysterious place called the House of White Shadows hints at a story where their lives will get mixed up in the trial, making them question what's right and wrong as they search for answers and personal forgiveness.