A Force Beyond Governance

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Set on the isolated island of St Helena, the story follows Ruth Fletcher as she navigates the complexities of love and marriage. When she receives a marriage proposal from Adam, a man she likes but does not love, Ruth faces a dilemma. With limited prospects for marriage, she accepts his proposal, hoping that their friendship will blossom into love. The narrative explores themes of societal expectations and personal desires in a unique historical context.