'Convict' Summary

Lord Hadley and Edward Dudley, traveling through a storm-wracked coastal landscape, rescue a young girl trapped by a fallen wall. Her father, a stern figure watching from the cliff, remains a puzzle. Their destination, the home of Sir Arthur Adelon, is filled with tension. The wealthy and influential Adelon, with his captivating daughter Eda, becomes the focus of Dudley's affections, yet the enigmatic Edgar Adelon, with his own desires and suspicions, complicates matters. As Hadley and Dudley's friendship strains, a tragedy unfolds, exposing the brutality of the penal system. The story intertwines with the growing unrest of the Chartist movement, creating a backdrop of political turmoil and societal friction. Amidst the struggle for power, secrets emerge, alliances shift, and the true nature of love, betrayal, and justice comes into question. With a blend of romance, suspense, and social commentary, 'Convict' delves into the complexities of the human condition against the backdrop of a rapidly changing Victorian England.