Golden Arrow

Published in 1926, 'Golden Arrow' by Mary Webb follows Deborah, a young woman from a Shropshire farm, who falls in love with a new preacher and chooses to live with him without marriage. The novel explores themes of love, nature, and the complexities of rural life, contrasting Deborah's relationship with her brother Joe and his bride Lily, who seeks freedom from her controlling father. Webb's work is notable for its lyrical prose and deep connection to the natural world, reflecting the struggles of women in early 20th-century England.