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A historical novel written in the late 19th century. Set shortly after the peace of Aix-la-Chapelle in 1748, it follows the story of Joan Langney, the daughter of a country parson, as she navigates tumultuous circumstances involving smugglers and a revenue cutter near the marshes of Kent and Sussex. The narrative likely explores themes of duty, morality, and the complexities of loyalty amidst lawlessness. The