Thomas Wingfold, Curate

"Thomas Wingfold, Curate" by George MacDonald is a story set in the late 1800s that follows Helen Lingard, a smart girl searching for more meaning in her life, and Thomas Wingfold, a church leader questioning his beliefs. The book looks at important ideas like finding yourself, wondering when you're not sure what to believe, and how people connect with each other. Early in the story, Helen thinks about her life and realizes she wants something deeper, while Thomas feels lost and unsure about his place in the church. As the story goes on, we see how their relationship grows, how they deal with doubts, and how they try to be true to themselves despite what others expect.