Summary:
"Torwood's Trust: A Novel" by Evelyn Everett-Green is a work of fiction written in the late 19th century. This second volume of a trilogy unfolds a narrative filled with intrigue, family secrets, and emotional entanglements, centering on the character Torwood and his relationships with those around him, particularly regarding a mysterious family history and its implications. As the plot develops, themes of loyalty, deception, and the quest for truth emerge, setting the stage for a captivating story. The beginning of "Torwood's Trust" introduces Miss Marjory, whose carefully planned dinner is a success, indicating her prominent role in the lives of the guests. The protagonist, Tor, grapples with the potential ramifications of a past deception, which intertwines with his growing feelings for Maud and the troublesome figure of Lewis Belassis. As he becomes acquainted with various characters, including a tradesman named Alfred Belassis, Tor starts to suspect deeper family connections that stir unease over threats to his soundness and well-being. The intrigues involving marriages, identity, and treachery hinted in the opening chapters promise a complex web of secrets that will unfold throughout the rest of the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)