The Vehement Flame

The Vehement Flame is a novel by Margaret Wade Campbell Deland, first published in 1922. It tells the story of Maurice Curtis, a 19-year-old, and his older wife, Eleanor Newbolt, who marry impulsively, navigating the complexities of love and societal expectations in early 20th-century America. The narrative explores their relationship against the backdrop of strict social norms and the challenges posed by their age difference, highlighting themes of passion and propriety in a changing world.