**Marion Fay** is a Victorian novel that explores the themes of class distinction, love, and marriage. The novel tells the story of two young women, Marion Fay and Lucy Robarts, who fall in love with men from different social classes. Marion Fay is a beautiful and intelligent young woman who is engaged to Lord Hampstead, a wealthy and powerful nobleman. However, she falls in love with a poor artist named Harry Clavering. Lucy Robarts is a shy and unassuming young woman who is engaged to John Eustace, a kind and gentle doctor. However, she falls in love with a dashing and charming army officer named Captain Aylmer. Both Marion and Lucy must choose between their hearts and their social obligations. Their choices will have a profound impact on their lives and the lives of those around them.