Diana Tempest

Diana Tempest
Published in 1893, 'Diana Tempest' by Mary Cholmondeley follows the Tempest family as they grapple with the loss of their inheritance after Colonel Tempest's brother bequeaths his fortune to his illegitimate son, John. Amidst family turmoil, Diana, the strong-willed daughter, vows to remain unmarried but finds herself drawn to her cousin John. The novel explores themes of love, legitimacy, and family loyalty, highlighting the complexities of social status and personal relationships in Victorian society.








