The Guiding Thread (1916)

Set in early 20th century England, the narrative centers on Rachel Minchin, an orphaned artist constrained by societal expectations and family disapproval. Forced into a marriage with the affluent Sir Peter Manson, Rachel's life changes when she meets David Rossiter, a fellow art enthusiast from a different social class. Their bond ignites a quest for self-discovery amidst the themes of love, artistic passion, and the evolving role of women, including the suffrage movement. The novel encapsulates Rachel's struggle to carve her own path against societal norms.