Doctor Thorne #942659

Doctor Thorne, a man of integrity and pride, raises his niece Mary in a world where lineage often dictates destiny. Mary, possessing neither fortune nor noble blood, captures the heart of Frank Gresham, the heir to a debt-ridden estate whose family desperately needs him to marry for money. The tension between true love and financial necessity drives this compelling narrative, highlighting the shifting class dynamics of the era. As secrets about Mary's birth come to light, the characters must decide what truly constitutes nobility and worth.