""The Guests at Home"" is a novel by C. E. Meetkerke that serves as a sequel to her earlier work, ""The Guests of Flowers."" The story follows the lives of the characters introduced in the first book, including the wealthy and eccentric Mrs. van der Luyden, her daughter-in-law Cornelia, and the young artist John Durham. As they navigate the complexities of society and love, they are joined by new characters, including the mysterious and alluring Madame Olga, who captures the attention of both John and Cornelia's son, Reggie.Set in the late 19th century, ""The Guests at Home"" offers a vivid portrayal of the social mores and customs of the time, as well as the conflicts and tensions that arise between different classes and generations. With its richly drawn characters, intricate plot, and lush descriptions of the natural world, the novel is a compelling and engaging read for fans of historical fiction and romantic literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.