St. Ronan's Well

At a fashionable spa resort, the scent of mineral waters mingles with gossip and the clatter of carriage wheels. Visitors arrive from all walks of society, from the sharp‑tongued landlady Lady Binks to the larger‑than‑life Meg Dods, each bringing their own brand of ambition and wit. Within this lively crowd, the young and spirited Clara Mowbray finds herself drawn into a web of flirtations, family expectations, and a looming challenge to her honor.

The novel opens with Clara’s spirited defiance and a tense meeting in the woods that leads to a promise of a duel, setting the tone for a tale that blends romance with biting social commentary. As friendships are tested and rivalries flare, the characters navigate the elegant yet precarious world of the spa, where a simple glance can spark both scandal and affection. Listeners will be treated to the writer’s characteristic blend of vivid dialogue, memorable comic figures, and a plot that moves from lighthearted banter to the serious questions of duty and desire.