Roger Kyffin's Ward

"Roger Kyffin's Ward" by William Kingston is a historical fiction set in chaotic London during 1797, where Stephen Coppinger, despite crisis after crisis, maintains his calm. Alongside him is Roger Kyffin, his loyal clerk, who deals with finding financial support for his employer’s struggling business. The novel explores themes of loyalty, financial crisis, and the complexities of relationships during a time of distress. As Kyffin navigates Coppinger’s problems and deals with his own affections for Fanny Ashton, the book presents an amazing look at the interesting lives of regular people during one of England's most chaotic times.