In a new phase of life, Maggie experiences love and profound inner turmoil. She struggles to reconcile her feelings with moral dilemmas and societal pressures. Tom opposes Maggie¡¯s choices, trying to protect her but causing friction. Maggie finds herself in a passionate relationship that challenges her family¡¯s expectations and her own values. The conflict between love and familial loyalty deepens, straining the bond between Tom and Maggie. Torn between moral integrity and emotional desires, Maggie is consumed by self-doubt. Her decisions affect those around her, adding complexity to the narrative. Tom adopts a pragmatic approach, focusing on preserving the family¡¯s reputation. Maggie¡¯s love brings both joy and anguish, highlighting her humanity and emotional growth. This part showcases her struggle for balance in an unforgiving world.
BOOK FIFTH. WHEAT AND TARES.
Chapter I. In the Red Deeps
Chapter II. Aunt Glegg Learns the Breadth of Bob¡¯s Thumb
Chapter III. The Wavering Balance
Chapter IV. Another Love-Scene
Chapter V. The Cloven Tree
Chapter VI. The Hard-Won Triumph
Chapter VII. A Day of Reckoning
BOOK SIXTH. THE GREAT TEMPTATION.
Chapter I. A Duet in Paradise
Chapter II. First Impressions
Chapter III. Confidential Moments
Chapter IV. Brother and Sister
Chapter V. Showing That Tom Had Opened the Oyster