"The Love That Prevailed" by Frank Frankfort Moore is a captivating romance novel that transcends time and societal norms. Set in the late 19th century, it follows the forbidden love between a wealthy heiress, Lady Isabelle, and a humble artist, Daniel. Their love defies the rigid class boundaries of Victorian society, facing opposition from Isabelle's aristocratic family and Daniel's humble origins. Moore masterfully weaves a tale of passion, sacrifice, and resilience as Isabelle and Daniel navigate the challenges thrown their way. Against a backdrop of opulent ballrooms and bohemian artist studios, their love blossoms amidst adversity, proving that true love knows no bounds. With rich historical detail and intricate character development, Moore transports readers to a bygone era, immersing them in the complexities of Victorian society and the enduring power of love. As Isabelle and Daniel's bond is tested by societal pressures and personal sacrifices, readers are left rooting for their love to prevail against all odds. "The Love That Prevailed" is a timeless romance novel that explores themes of love, class, and societal expectations, leaving a lasting impression on readers with its poignant storytelling and unforgettable characters.
Frank Frankfort Moore was an Irish writer, journalist, and playwright who lived from 1855 to 1931. He was a Protestant from Belfast and a unionist. But during the years of Home Rule protests, his historical fiction did not shy away from themes of Irish Catholics being pushed out of their homes. Moore was born in Limerick but grew up in Belfast. He remembers seeing religious rioters being chased by dragoons with sabers drawn in the street below his nursery window as his oldest memory. It was a pretty well-off family; Moore's father was a successful clockmaker and jeweler, and French and German were spoken. But because the older Moore was a member of the very strict Open Brethren sect, he wanted his kids to only read religious and educational books. The preacher Michael Paget Baxter often went there. He said that Emperor Napoleon III was the Beast from the Book of Revelation. Moore went to school at the Royal Belfast Academical Institution and quickly learned to take a step back from his father's views. He remembered that some slanderous lines called "Mr. Baxter and the Beast" were going around, "proving" that Baxter was the Antichrist.
