The Uttermost Farthing

The Uttermost Farthing is a novel by Marie Belloc Lowndes, written in the early 20th century. It follows Laurence Vanderlyn, an American diplomat in Paris, and his affair with Margaret Pargeter, a married Englishwoman seeking escape from her constrained life. The story delves into themes of love, sacrifice, and the complexities of human relationships, as both characters confront the societal and personal risks of their clandestine connection. Their meeting at the Gare de Lyon sets the stage for a narrative filled with tension and uncertainty about the consequences of their actions.