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"Running the Gauntlet" is a novel that examines the lives and relationships of Victorian-era characters, focusing on social dynamics, personal ambitions, and moral challenges. The "gauntlet" in the title serves as a metaphor for the trials and societal expectations that the characters must navigate, particularly concerning love, reputation, and the pressures of conforming to social norms.The story follows Lord Sandilands, a wealthy and influential man, and his involvement with Maud, a woman whose beauty and charm have captivated many. Maud's romantic entanglements and her struggle between societal expectations and personal desires drive much of the novel's plot. Alongside these central figures, a host of other characters, including aristocrats, social climbers, and schemers, fill the narrative with intrigue and moral complexity.