The Sport of the Gods

The narrative unfolds around Berry, who is wrongfully convicted of stealing money from the Oakley residence, leading to his harsh sentence and the subsequent expulsion of his family. Fannie and her children relocate to New York, where Joe's life spirals downward due to alcoholism and a tumultuous relationship with entertainer Hattie Sterling. After a tragic turn of events, including Hattie's murder by Joe, Fannie faces despair as she navigates her family's turmoil, ultimately encouraged by Kitty to remarry Mr. Gibson amidst their struggles.