Mr Stephenson's Regret

Set against the backdrop of the railway age, the narrative intricately weaves the lives of George and Robert Stephenson with historical figures like Queen Victoria and Dickens. Central to the story is the fraught relationship between father and son, driven by ambition yet marred by conflict. The novel explores themes of class division, greed, and societal norms in 19th-century England, revealing the personal and professional struggles of its characters. Richly detailed and thoroughly researched, it offers both an engaging story and insight into a pivotal era of change.