The Two Vanrevels

The Two Vanrevels by Booth Tarkington is a novel set in the charming town of Rouen. The story centers on two young men, Tom Vanrevel and Crailey Gray, whose lives are dramatically changed by the arrival of Betty Carewe, the beautiful daughter of Robert Carewe, a wealthy local magnate. After returning home from a convent education, Betty is eager to experience the world outside, and her beauty instantly captures Tom's attention. However, his admiration is complicated by her father's hostilit...