Silence of Dean Maitland

This intense Victorian novel explores the tragic consequences of moral failure and unspoken guilt. Dean Maitland, a respected clergyman, becomes entangled in a scandal involving a fatal accident and a woman's ruined reputation. Unable to confess his involvement, Maitland's silence leads to years of personal torment and affects the lives of everyone around him. The story masterfully examines themes of conscience, justice, and redemption.