The Calling of the Clan

Set in colonial North Carolina, the story follows Jacob Dare, a twenty-five-year-old backwoodsman on a quest to find a refined woman who can transform his humble life into one resembling the grandeur of his family's Dare Castle. He seeks a partner who is well-bred, educated, and capable of elevating his rustic existence, prioritizing her social standing and demeanor over personal affection. Jacob's journey reflects themes of class, ambition, and the pursuit of an idealized domesticity.