While in England, Finch stays with his Aunt Augusta and falls in love with his cousin, Sarah Court . However, his lack of initiative leads to her marrying his friend Arthur instead.

In an attempt to escape the stifling atmosphere at the Jalna estate in Ontario, Finch uses his money to take his elderly uncles, Nicholas and Ernest, on a trip to their ancestral homeland in Devon, England .

La fortuna de Finch (English title: Finch's Fortune ), published in , is the third novel released in Mazo de la Roche's famous 16-book "Jalna" series (also known as the Whiteoak Chronicles ). Chronologically, it is the ninth book in the narrative. Plot Overview

Finch’s cousin in Devon, who serves as his primary love interest. Themes and Analysis

The family is shocked and resentful that the "sensitive" Finch received the bulk of the inheritance.

The novel spans one calendar year and begins with turning twenty-one. Having inherited the substantial fortune of his formidable late grandmother, Adeline Whiteoak, Finch finds himself in a position of newfound power that creates significant tension within the family. Key plot points include:

Upon returning to Canada, Finch faces accusations from his family regarding how he manages his money. His brother Renny , the head of the family, and others pressure him to spend his fortune on the estate’s upkeep and their own interests. Key Characters