Thorney Hall - Holme Lee - Bog

Thorney Hall: A Story of an Old Family is a novel written by Lee Holme. The book is set in the early 20th century and revolves around the lives of the Thorney family, who have lived in the titular Thorney Hall for generations. The story begins with the arrival of the new heir to the estate, a young man named Charles Thorney, who has just returned from his travels abroad.As Charles settles into his new role as the master of Thorney Hall, he begins to uncover secrets and scandals from the family's past. He learns about his ancestors' involvement in the slave trade and their mistreatment of the local villagers. Charles also becomes embroiled in a love triangle with two women: his childhood friend and neighbor, Mary, and a mysterious woman named Claire, who has a connection to the Thorney family's dark past.As the story unfolds, Charles must navigate the complexities of his family's history and his own personal relationships. He grapples with questions of morality and responsibility, and ultimately must decide whether to continue the legacy of his ancestors or forge a new path for himself and his family.Thorney Hall: A Story of an Old Family is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that explores themes of family, legacy, and redemption. It is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and anyone interested in exploring the complexities of the human experience.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.