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The Morals Of Marcus Ordeyne: A Novel

  • Publisher: Double 9 Books
  • 14 x 21.6 x 1.3 cm

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The morals of Marcus Ordeyne: A Novel follows the story of an individual whose quiet academic life ends abruptly after an unexpected inheritance places wealth, status, and new obligations on their shoulders. Released from years of routine work, the protagonist confronts a world shaped by social expectations, especially pressure to marry and preserve a distinguished family line. The early chapters introduce a mix of relief, confusion, and resistance as the newly titled figure navigates relatives who insist on duty while they long for independence. This internal conflict deepens when a lost and impulsive young visitor from a distant background appears in their life, bringing unpredictability, humor, and emotional upheaval. Her arrival forces the protagonist to question established customs, personal values, and the meaning of responsibility. The opening events blend gentle satire with an exploration of identity, suggesting that the search for moral clarity often begins when one steps outside convention. Through shifting circumstances, the narrative examines freedom, obligation, and the unexpected ways people reshape each other's lives.

  • Title

    The Morals Of Marcus Ordeyne: A Novel

  • Author

    William John Locke

  • Publisher

    Double 9 Books

  • Published

    November 2025

  • Weight

    264g

  • Dimensions

    14 x 21.6 x 1.3 cm

  • ISBN

    9789375556565

  • ISBN-10

    9375556565

  • Eden Code

    7425124

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