Title: The Phantom Lover
Description: Esther Shepstone is blinded by love.

Ashton, to whom she pledges herself, is a playboy and squanderer. When his mother—who considers Esther beneath him—threatens to cut off his allowance if he doesn't stop seeing her,  Ashton leaves London without a qualm. 

Though puzzled by his abrupt departure,  Esther believes in him still. She is too besotted to see the kind of man he is and oblivious to a man whose secret love for her has, unknown to Esther, shielded her from a crushing blow.

When Esther's eyes are finally opened, it is almost too late.
Places: London (England)