The unhallowed harvest

In a bustling early‑20th‑century city, the rector of the grand Christ Church is as comfortable in the pews as he is in the courtroom. Known for his compassion toward the working poor and his keen interest in the law, he watches a high‑stakes negligence trial unfold, where a factory worker lies broken after an elevator catastrophe. As the defense lawyer weaves a tight legal argument, the reverend finds himself torn between his moral convictions and the cold calculus of corporate power.

The novel follows the reverend’s internal struggle and the lives of those caught in the industrial machine, painting a vivid portrait of a society where wealth, justice, and faith intersect. Through courtroom drama and quiet moments in the parish, the story explores how personal integrity can clash with institutional ambition. Readers are invited to consider whether compassion can truly influence a system designed to protect profit.