The Price of Love
1913
The Price of Love, published in 1913 by Arnold Bennett, is a novel set in early 20th century Staffordshire, England. It follows the life of Rachel Louisa Fleckring, a young companion to the elderly Mrs. Maldon, exploring themes of love, loyalty, and financial intrigue within their social circle. The story unfolds against the backdrop of domestic life, revealing the complexities of their relationship and the tensions introduced by external threats, including a series of burglaries and the domineering Councillor Batchgrew.
