'Desperate Remedies' Summary

Cytherea Graye, a woman of modest means, accepts a position as a lady's maid to the eccentric Miss Aldclyffe, a woman her father had loved but could not marry. Cytherea, in turn, harbors feelings for Edward Springrove, a young architect. However, Edward is already engaged to another woman, and Cytherea faces further complications when her brother falls ill, placing a heavy burden on her to provide for him. She receives a marriage proposal from Aeneas Manston, a wealthy and influential man, offering a way to secure her family's financial stability. Haunted by the complexities of her circumstances and the weight of her responsibilities, Cytherea must navigate a path that balances love, duty, and the constraints of societal expectations. Her decision will have profound consequences for her future and the lives of those she loves.