Release date is 2007-04-12

Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England

"Roger Ingleton, Minor" by Talbot Baines Reed is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around young Roger Ingleton as he navigates a life filled with familial secrets and responsibilities after his father, the old squire, passes away. With the discovery of a sealed letter from his father suggesting the possible existence of an estranged older brother, the narrative hints at themes of identity, family, and the search for belonging. The opening of the novel introduces us to a snowy setting at Maxfield Manor, where the elder Roger Ingleton is revealed to have just died. The remaining family now includes two other Roger Ingletons: the old man's estranged son, once thought dead, whose fate remains uncertain, and the titular character, a young man eager to uncover the truth. The opening also establishes the character of Frank Armstrong, a tutor concerned for his pupil's well-being as he begins to realize the challenges lying ahead for young Roger amidst the grief and potential revelations about his family. The narrative unfolds in a realistic manner, combining elements of mystery and emotional depth as it sets the stage for the protagonist's journey. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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