Love's Shadow

Set in the Edwardian era, the novel follows Edith and Bruce Ottley, a couple navigating the complexities of love and friendship among their diverse group of friends. Their seemingly perfect life is punctuated by Bruce's jealousy and hypochondria, as well as the romantic entanglements of their guests, including the lovestruck Hyacinth and the elusive widow Eugenia. Leverson's witty prose captures the humor and challenges of romance, making this first installment of the Little Ottleys trilogy a delightful exploration of desire and companionship.