Hilton Hall: Or A Thorn In The Flesh (1898)

Hilton Hall: Or A Thorn In The Flesh is a novel written by Louise Dubois and published in 1898. The story is set in England and revolves around the lives of the wealthy Hilton family, who reside in Hilton Hall. The patriarch of the family, Sir Richard Hilton, is a proud and arrogant man who has a strained relationship with his wife and children.The novel follows the lives of the Hilton family members, including Sir Richard's son and heir, Arthur, who is engaged to the beautiful but manipulative Lady Isabel. However, Arthur's heart belongs to the sweet and innocent Lucy, who is the daughter of a poor farmer. As the story progresses, secrets are revealed, and the Hilton family's reputation is threatened.The novel also explores themes of class, love, and betrayal. It portrays the struggles of the working class and the challenges they face in a society dominated by the wealthy. The characters in the novel are complex and multi-dimensional, and their actions and decisions have far-reaching consequences.Overall, Hilton Hall: Or A Thorn In The Flesh is a gripping tale of love, power, and family secrets set in the English countryside in the late 19th century. It is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and classic literature.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.