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The novel is set in a quiet English village and revolves around the lives of two central characters, Miss Esperance and Mr. Wycherly. Miss Esperance is a middle-aged spinster who lives a contented, if somewhat uneventful, life. She is kind-hearted, thoughtful, and well-liked by the villagers, though she harbors a deep loneliness that she does not openly express.Mr. Wycherly, on the other hand, is a reserved and scholarly gentleman who moves to the village to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. He is bookish and somewhat aloof, preferring the company of his library to social engagements. Despite his reserved nature, Mr. Wycherly is a man of depth and sensitivity.