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The Small House at Allington
20 juni 2026 · 28 min
In which Mr. Eames returns to London to face the consequences of affairs at Mrs. Roper's lodging-house and receives a letter from his friend Cradell, whose own fortunes have become entangled in a rather complicated domestic and financial situation. After parting with the Roper family under somewhat strained circumstances, Eames contemplates his solitary existence and the beginning of a more adult phase of his life amidst the indifferent bustle of the city. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington
20 juni 2026 · 25 min
In which Mrs. Dale conveys to Lily the delicate resolution to remain at the Manor House, accompanied by unexpected gifts of money and the squire’s heartfelt, if melancholic, reconciliation with family affairs. Meanwhile, John Eames grapples with unrequited affection under the watchful yet kindly eyes of the earl and Lady Julia, who offer sober counsel on courage and decorum amid youthful heartache. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington
20 juni 2026 · 31 min
In which the long-standing dispute between Hopkins, the gardener, and the squire over farmyard manure leads to a dignified yet stubborn stand-off, culminating in a tentative reconciliation that restores harmony at the Great House. Concurrently, preparations for Dr. Crofts’s wedding unfold, allowing characters to pursue their various personal hopes and resolutions amid the quiet social ebb and flow of Allington. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington
19 juni 2026 · 43 min
In which the reverberations of society’s whisperings reach the country parsonage, casting a shadow of suspicion and maternal anxiety over Lady Dumbello’s conduct, while her husband and Mr. Palliser grapple with the tensions and expectations wrought by these rumours within their London circles. The parties proceed with outward politeness and inward agitation, culminating in a fraught yet decorous encounter amid the season’s grand assemblies, where love and reputation are delicately poised. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington
19 juni 2026 · 26 min
In which the uneasy relations within the De Courcy family are laid bare, particularly the quiet despair of Lady Alexandrina in her new and cheerless married life, weighed down by silence and social isolation. Her tentative request to accompany her mother to Baden-Baden opens a discreet yet profound fissure between husband and wife, as each contemplates the cost and consequence of such a separation. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington
19 juni 2026 · 27 min
In which Mrs. Dale wrestles with the delicate task of guiding her daughter Lily’s heart away from a past attachment towards a new, hopeful prospect, yet finds herself met with gentle but firm resistance. Their dialogue, set against the quiet uncertainty of domestic concerns and village life, reveals a tender yet resolute struggle between maternal duty and youthful passion. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington
18 juni 2026 · 34 min
In which John Eames, with a heart full of hope and trembling courage, visits the Small House at Allington to express his long-held affection to Lily Dale, only to meet with gentle but resolute refusal, as she remains bound to the memory of another. Left to contemplate his unalterable fate, he finds unexpected solace in the understanding presence of Lady Julia, who counsels patience and constancy in love’s young trials. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington
18 juni 2026 · 27 min
In which the squire, with a melancholy grace, consents to Bell’s marriage and offers a modest settlement, while Mrs. Dale wrestles with the pangs of departure from the old family home and the uncertain future it portends. Meanwhile, a dull and constrained dinner at Guestwick Manor gathers a company ill-suited to conviviality, revealing the subtle disparities of temper and station that cloud their interactions. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington
18 juni 2026 · 28 min
In which John Eames arrives at Guestwick Manor to find himself welcomed warmly by Lady Julia and the earl, while contemplating his prospects with Lily Dale amidst social intimacies and the quiet judgments of the local gentry. His reflections on past hardships and hopes mingle with the arrival of the Dales, setting a scene charged with gentle expectation and the intricate workings of familiar affections. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington
17 juni 2026 · 29 min
In which Bell Dale contemplates with gentle firmness the refusal of her cousin Bernard's suit, while the Dale family prepares with some melancholy for their upcoming removal from the Small House to Guestwick, a matter that has sorely tried their relations with the squire. Meanwhile, an unexpected invitation from Lady Julia De Guest to stay at Guestwick Manor for a week stirs feelings of surprise and hesitation, particularly with Lily’s quiet but resolute refusal to join the proposed visit. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington
17 juni 2026 · 22 min
In which the prospects of a family move are accompanied by delicate considerations of love, honour, and future happiness, as Mrs. Dale and the squire contemplate invitations and intentions that hinge upon the heart’s elusive will. Meanwhile, a quiet engagement unfolds in the midst of packing and domestic bustle, promising a new beginning marked not by grand expectations but by the steady comfort of mutual affection and shared hopes. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington
17 juni 2026 · 39 min
In which John Eames secures a new position as private secretary to Sir Raffle Buffle and resolves to sever ties with the disreputable lodgings and acquaintances that have hitherto encumbered him, all while wrestling with the delicate and painful duties owed to Amelia Roper. His departure to the country marks a turning point in which youthful indiscretions give way to serious contemplation of character, honour, and the future to be faced with unmuddled purpose. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XLVIII - Nemesis
16 juni 2026 · 34 min
In which Mr Crosbie settles into the sober routine of married life with Lady Alexandrina, finding himself isolated socially and burdened by the dreariness and lack of affection in his domestic sphere. At the same time, he encounters friction in his official duties and contemplates severing ties with his troublesome in-laws, all while reflecting on the heavy cost of his ambitions and alliances. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XLVI - John Eames at His Office
16 juni 2026 · 35 min
In which the young and hopeful John Eames receives an unexpected letter from the Earl of De Guest, encouraging him in matters of love and fortune while navigating the trials and tribulations of his London office life with the grim Sir Raffle Buffle. Meanwhile, the reflections on health, household moves, and the vexations of flirtations amongst the younger set quietly unfold, painting a delicate scene of social engagements and personal hopes. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XLVII - The New Private Secretary
16 juni 2026 · 26 min
In which the young and aspiring Johnny Eames navigates the uneasy waters of new employment and social advancement, contending with friendships tested and fortunes shifting amidst the peculiar characters of his world. Amidst heartfelt confessions and troublesome admirers, he learns that life’s opportunities and disappointments are often entwined, and that the path to success is as much a matter of chance as of merit. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XLV - Valentine's Day in London
15 juni 2026 · 37 min
In which the wedding of Lady Alexandrina De Courcy and Mr. Crosbie is solemnly celebrated in a London church under the cloud of family discord and enforced simplicity, with the new couple departing for their modest honeymoon at Folkestone amidst the chill and unease that shadows their union. The narrative quietly observes the gentleman’s inward reflections on his future life and the somber realities of his choice, whilst his bride, wrapped more in her cares than in the bloom of happiness, faces the coldness of their new home and marriage. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XLIV - Valentine's Day at Allington
15 juni 2026 · 24 min
In which tender attentions and the frostiest of February mornings set the stage for a day long contemplated yet deeply melancholy at the Small House, where Lily's fragile spirit asserts a quiet sovereignty even as her thoughts dwell persistently on a distant marriage that cannot be altered. As she struggles to distract herself with books and bittersweet conversation, the household hums with subdued sympathy, the weight of unspoken grief softened by the soft warmth of family care. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XLIII - Fie Fie
15 juni 2026 · 35 min
In which the delicate undercurrents of social scandal and familial expectations swirl around Mr. Plantagenet Palliser, as he navigates whispered rumours and the prudent remonstrances of his uncle, the Duke of Omnium, concerning his attentions to Lady Dumbello. Amidst the rigid decorum of country gatherings and the looming responsibilities of Parliament, an unspoken tension unfolds, revealing the subtle trials of a man poised between duty, desire, and the watchful eyes of society. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XLII - Lily's Bedside
14 juni 2026 · 25 min
In which Lily Dale, newly convalescent and spirited, gently asserts her independence amidst the kindly attentions of Dr. Crofts, while her sister Bell harbours tender thoughts unspoken and unconfirmed. The household exchanges quietly weighty confidences as affection and uncertainty intermingle, leaving the doctor resolved to seek a second opportunity where first refusals seem less than final. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XLI - Domestic Troubles
14 juni 2026 · 24 min
In which an episode of domestic turmoil unfolds at Mrs. Roper’s lodging, with the disappearance of Mrs. Lupex stirring suspicion and sorrow among its inhabitants, and Mr. Lupex's despair manifesting in dramatic confrontations. The scene closes upon a return that unsettles the household further, provoking Mrs. Roper to contemplate decisive action regarding her troublesome boarders. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XL - Preparations for the Wedding
14 juni 2026 · 44 min
In which the impending marriage of Mr. Crosbie and Lady Alexandrina is arranged with much attention to the practicalities of furnishing their new London home and the bridal trousseau, revealing the subtle tensions and hierarchies within the De Courcy family. The chapter gently explores Crosbie's uneasy adjustment to his changed social standing and domestic future, tempered by the august influence of his prospective mother-in-law and the anxieties of impending matrimony. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XXXVIII - Doctor Crofts is Called in.
13 juni 2026 · 31 min
In which the Dale family contemplates a reluctant departure from their beloved Small House at Allington, as differences with their uncle, Mr. Dale, come to a quiet but firm head concerning expectations and independence. Amidst these domestic deliberations and the gentle encroachment of winter, the household settles into an uneasy acceptance of change and the necessity of new arrangements. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XXXIX - Doctor Crofts is Turned Out
13 juni 2026 · 34 min
In which the Dales contemplate leaving their beloved Small House amid troubling rumours and illness, while Dr. Crofts—long a friend to the family—ventures to confess a heartfelt and unreciprocated affection to Bell Dale. The intimate dialogue by the fire reveals delicate shifts in affection and duty, couched in the gentle melancholy of a household beset by adversity. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XXXVII - An Old Man's Complaint
13 juni 2026 · 21 min
In which Bernard Dale renews his suit to his cousin Bell, pressing the family’s hopes upon her consent, whilst she firmly remains true to her own heart and principles. Meanwhile, the squire’s uneasy relationship with his sister-in-law reveals the complex tensions of duty, affection, and authority that shape the fortunes of the Dale family. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XXXIV - The Combat
12 juni 2026 · 23 min
In which John Eames encounters his adversary Crosbie quite unexpectedly on a railway carriage, and despite the tension of their past, the meeting escalates to a public altercation that attracts the attention of authorities and onlookers alike. The episode delicately unveils their conflicting demeanours and the ensuing consequences of Eames's impulsive attack, observed with the quiet judgement befitting the decorum of a bustling railway platform. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XXXV - Vae Victis
12 juni 2026 · 35 min
In which Mr. Crosbie endeavours to carry himself with as much dignity as possible while nursing a black eye that provokes much speculation and sympathy among his acquaintances, though he remains resolute in limiting the truths he divulges. The scene unfolds amidst delicate social interactions at St. John's Wood, where Crosbie's relations with the Gazebee family are marked by whispered concerns and a subtle undercurrent of defiance. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XXXVI - "See the Conquering Hero Comes"
12 juni 2026 · 33 min
In which young John Eames, having boldly confronted and bested his adversary Crosbie at the railway station, finds himself summoned before the stern Sir Raffle Buffle, chairman of the Income-tax Office, to answer for his breach of the peace, only to emerge with his reputation curiously untarnished. Meanwhile, the office buzzes with gossip and the favour of Lord De Guest elevates Eames’s standing, as he navigates the curious complications of honour, office politics, and social acquaintance with a touch of youthful defiance. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XXXII - Pawkins's in Jermyn Street
11 juni 2026 · 26 min
In which Lord De Guest proudly displays his prize bullock at the London show and entertains John Eames and his brother-in-law, Colonel Dale, to a somewhat dreary dinner at Pawkins's, where conversation turns to the disgraced Mr. Crosbie and Lily Dale's suitors. Amidst their discourse, the earl warmly encourages Eames to assert himself and visit the Dale family in hopes of winning favour, igniting in the young man a renewed, if cautious, sense of hope and resolve. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XXXI - The Wounded Fawn
11 juni 2026 · 27 min
In which the Christmas season at Allington brings a subdued atmosphere for the Dale family, as young Lily Dale grapples with the deep sorrow of a love betrayed, demonstrating both a woman's quiet endurance and the tender anxieties of those around her. Meanwhile, the machinations and social obligations of Crosbie and his impending marriage cast a shadow, illustrating the complex interplay of honour, resentment, and societal expectation. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XXXIII - The Time Will Come
11 juni 2026 · 31 min
In which the holiday air at Allington is tinged with quiet unease as the squire contemplates the presence of young John Eames at a neighbouring manor, while conversations reveal the gentle ambitions and apprehensions surrounding future prospects and alliances. The arrival of the earl and his earnest discourse open a hopeful, if tentative, avenue towards consolation and new beginnings for Lily, as the household navigates the lingering shadows of past disappointments with a mixture of dignity and guarded optimism. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XXVIII - The Board
10 juni 2026 · 34 min
In which Crosbie returns to his office burdened with troubled reflections despite his recent promotion, finding little solace even among the congratulations of his colleagues and the familiarity of his official duties. The weight of his private sorrow gnaws at him through the day and night, compelling him to compose a difficult letter under the deep shadow of his own conscience. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XXX - Is It From Him?
10 juni 2026 · 33 min
In which the arrival of a most unwelcome letter brings a sudden and grievous alteration to the quiet fortunes of the Dale family, revealing painful truths that call for delicate endurance and tempered forgiveness. The characters navigate the early shock with a mixture of strength and sorrow, while the community’s sympathy and the prospects of social reprisal linger uneasily in the air. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XXIX - John Eames Returns to Burton Crescent
10 juni 2026 · 26 min
In which John Eames, returning to his London lodgings, faces the uneasy prospect of encounters with Mrs. Lupex, Amelia Roper, and the complicated social atmosphere of Burton Crescent, all while wrestling with the weight of past affections and present dilemmas. The evening unfolds with delicate tensions and guarded conversations, culminating in a charged and uneasy meeting with Amelia that blurs the lines between resistance and surrender. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XXVII - "On My Honour, I Do Not Understand It"
9 juni 2026 · 32 min
In which Lady Alexandrina weighs the merits of a prospective match with Mr. Crosbie, balancing considerations of rank and affection with sober resolve, while Lily Dale patiently awaits letters from her lover amid family reflections on love and duty. Meanwhile, the return of the squire to Allington brings grave news conveyed in harsh truth, plunging those involved into sombre contemplation and uncertain deliberation on honour and justice. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XXVI - Lord De Courcy in the Bosom of His Family
9 juni 2026 · 27 min
In which the arrival of a cautionary letter from Lady Julia De Guest sets in motion a series of uneasy revelations and strained dispositions among the families of Allington and Courcy, as well as the De Courcy household’s internal tensions come to the fore in their uneasy domestic arrangements. Meanwhile, the Earl's cantankerous temper and financial grievances underscore the undercurrents of discontent and the complexities of familial duty within this august yet troubled circle. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XXV - Adolphus Crosbie Spends an Evening at His Club
9 juni 2026 · 30 min
In which Crosbie, caught between his duties and his desires, reflects with a heavy heart on the consequences of his recent engagements and finds himself compelled to confide in his old friend Pratt. Meanwhile, a confrontation looms as Mr. Dale, wrought with disbelief and indignation, seeks an explanation that may yet alter the course of these entangled lives. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XXIV - A Mother-In-Law and a Father-In-Law
8 juni 2026 · 15 min
In which Mr. Plantagenet Palliser attends to his political duties with punctual precision, while at Courcy Castle delicate social manoeuvres unfold, centred on Crosbie’s uneasy courtship with Lady Alexandrina and the countess’s gentle yet firm counsel regarding his past indiscretions. The narrative quietly reveals Crosbie’s rising tensions as he navigates the expectations of high society, familial approval, and the uneasy prospect of leaving behind old attachments. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XXIII - Mr. Plantaganet Palliser
8 juni 2026 · 54 min
In which the subtle stratagems of the heart and the intricate manoeuvres of society intertwine at Courcy Castle, revealing the delicate tensions between duty, desire, and ambition as Mr. Crosbie confronts conflicting promises and the expectations of those around him. Meanwhile, the gentle hum of drawing-room gossip and the quiet observations of family and acquaintances cast a measured light upon the characters’ private perplexities and public façades. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XXII - Lord De Guest at Home
8 juni 2026 · 25 min
In which a perilous encounter with a bull leads young Eames to dine unexpectedly at the earl's manor, where amidst discussions of shooting and society, the earl presents him with a token of gratitude. The evening unfolds with gentle banter and glimpses into character, concluding with Eames’ homecoming marked by pride and reflection on the honour bestowed upon him. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XIX - The Squire Makes a Visit to the Small House
7 juni 2026 · 28 min
In which Mrs. Dale contemplates the nature of Lily’s forthcoming marriage and the inevitable changes it portends for their family life, while a quiet yet earnest conversation unfolds between her and the squire regarding a proposed match between Bell and Bernard, her cousin. With all the tender anxieties and cautious hopes that attend the prospects of love and matrimony, both mother and uncle weigh duty and affection, leaving the final choice to the young lady’s own heart. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XXI - John Eames Encounters Two Adventures and Displays Great Courage in Both
7 juni 2026 · 36 min
In which Lily revels in the receipt and writing of her first love-letters, finding in them a sweet new world of affection and hope, while John Eames visits Allington with a conflicted heart, torn between his unrequited love for Lily and the realities of her engagement. Subsequently, John valiantly aids Lord De Guest in an alarming encounter with a vicious bull, revealing a moment of courage and camaraderie amidst the pastoral tranquillity. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XX - Dr. Crofts
7 juni 2026 · 23 min
In which Dr. Crofts, a diligent but modestly prosperous physician, reflects upon his unspoken affection for Bell Dale, amid the quiet rhythms of his small-town medical practice and social ties to the Dale family. An unexpected summons to attend Lord De Guest leads to a revealing conversation that gently exposes the social intricacies and considerations quietly shaping the lives of those at Allington. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XVII - Courcy Castle
6 juni 2026 · 46 min
In which the grand assembly at Courcy Castle unfolds with all its vicissitudes of family alliances, ambitions, and social stratagems, where the glances of the old earl and the manners of Lady Dumbello set the season's tone. Amidst whispered scandals and delicate tensions, Mr. Crosbie navigates the precarious waters of engagement rumours, confiding his uncertainties to the observant Lady Alexandrina in a manner both guarded and earnest. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XVI - Mr. Crosbie Meets an Old Clergyman on His Way to Courcy Castle
6 juni 2026 · 20 min
In which Mr. Crosbie and Bernard Dale depart from the gentle Lily Dale with hearts full of quiet affection and unspoken apprehensions, while Crosbie contemplates the weighty future that awaits him beyond the pleasant countryside. En route, Crosbie pauses in the venerable city of Barchester, where he encounters the kind-hearted yet modest Mr. Harding and gains a glimpse of the solemn traditions and distinguished connections that weave through the cathedral town’s fabric. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XVIII - Lily Dale's First Love-Letter
6 juni 2026 · 27 min
In which Mr. Crosbie contemplates the tangled emotions stirred by his engagement to Lily Dale while residing uneasily amidst the fashions and intrigues of Courcy Castle, reflecting on his own honour and the allure of country life. Meanwhile, amid gentle society and concealed rivalries, he struggles to pen a heartfelt letter to Lily, striving to reconcile his affection with the worldliness that surrounds him. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XIII - A Visit to Guestwick
5 juni 2026 · 31 min
In which Miss Lily Dale, adorned with the triumph of engagement, navigates the delicate social intricacies of her London-bound prospect and the uneasy enmity of an old friend, while her cousin Bell confronts the persistent suit of Bernard Dale with a mixture of resolve and reluctant kindness. The evening shadows lengthen on Guestwick and Allington alike, as the gentlefolk ponder matters of the heart, duty, and family expectations in the tranquil stir of autumn days. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XV - The Last Day
5 juni 2026 · 37 min
In which Lily Dale faces the bittersweet realities of her engagement to Adolphus Crosbie, grappling with his revelations of financial difficulties and past entanglements that cast shadows over their future together. Yet, through heartfelt discourse and mutual resolve, they reaffirm their devotion amidst the gentle trials of parting and the tender hope that sustains them both. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XIV - John Eames Takes a Walk
5 juni 2026 · 22 min
In which young John Eames, burdened by the complications of his affections and obligations, seeks solitude in the Guestwick woods to contemplate his uncertain future and the tangled ties that bind him. In his musings, he encounters the genial Earl of Crowborough, whose kindly familiarity and practical counsel offer a momentary respite from the young clerk's anxieties before he resolves to write a hesitant letter to his persistent correspondent. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter XI - Social Life
4 juni 2026 · 21 min
In which the uneasy truce between Mr. and Mrs. Lupex unfolds amid convivial dinners and veiled tensions, revealing the complexities of a marriage sustained by spirituous solace and tentative reconciliations. Meanwhile, a fierce dispute erupts between Mrs. Lupex and Miss Roper, exposing undercurrents of rivalry and decorum within the domestic confines of the lodging-house, while Mr. Cradell observes with a mixture of admiration and apprehension. Lees meer
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The Small House at Allington Chapter X - Mrs. Lupex and Amelia Roper
4 juni 2026 · 27 min
In which the vexed household at Burton Crescent becomes the scene of discord and jealousy, most notably involving the fiery Mrs. Lupex, whose interactions with her husband and his acquaintances bring discomfort to all concerned. Meanwhile, John Eames grapples with conflicting affections and a troublesome letter from Amelia Roper that threatens to entangle his thoughts and disturb his peace more grievously than any other matter. Lees meer