The Inn at the Red Oak

The Inn at the Red Oak is a novel by Latta Griswold, first published in 1917. Set in a decaying inn in a once-thriving shipping town, the story explores the psychological and social dynamics among its characters, particularly two childhood friends, Dan Frost and Tom Pembroke. Their lives are disrupted by the arrival of a mysterious French marquis, M. de Boisdhyver, leading to themes of nostalgia, adventure, and complex relationships, especially as Dan's foster sister, Nancy, becomes involved with the marquis. The novel captures the essence of a changing world and the impact of its characters' aspirations and interactions.