The story takes place in 1919-1920, just after the First World War, and is divided into five parts. It deals with the final year in the life of its Riceyman Steps. Henry harbours a secret passion for Violet Arb, a widow who inherits a neighboring confectionery shop nearby. When Henry tries to woo Violet, the widow realizes that they share the same charwoman and maid servant in the simple, loyal Elsie Sprickett.
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