Cousin Phillis

Set against the backdrop of the Industrial Revolution, the story follows Paul Manning, an engineer clerk who moves in with his mother's family on a farm to be closer to his job. He forms a deep bond with his cousin, Phillis, whose beauty and intelligence isolate her from societal norms. As their friendship develops, Phillis falls for Paul's boss, Edward Holdsworth, who appreciates her intellect. Paul grapples with discomfort over their age difference while Phillis navigates her identity amidst societal changes, ultimately facing the challenge of defining her own path.