The Quincunx by Charles Palliser
The Inheritance of John Huffam
Set in 19th-century England, the novel follows the life of John Huffam, a young boy who becomes embroiled in a complex web of family secrets, inheritance disputes, and social intrigue. As John and his mother struggle to claim their rightful inheritance, they encounter a host of characters, each with their own hidden motives and connections to the mysterious quincunx pattern that underlies the family's history. The story is a richly detailed exploration of Victorian society, filled with twists and turns that reveal the dark underbelly of ambition and betrayal.
- Published
- 1989
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 800-900
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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