Lady Larkspur

"Lady Larkspur" by Meredith Nicholson is a story about a young playwright's search for an elusive actress that is intertwined with the experiences of Bob Singleton, who, returning from war, inherits his uncle's estate and the surprising presence of his uncle’s widow. The novel starts with Dick Searles sharing about his lost muse, Violet Dewing, while Bob, seeking a peaceful life, finds himself drawn to the captivating Alice Bashford, his uncle's widow. Set against the backdrop of the uncle's estate, where loyalties run deep and secrets linger, Bob's journey involves navigating his growing feelings for Alice amidst the hints of a visitor and the brewing tensions created by the widow's arrival.