“They’re simply going to lose it all when the father dies because the estate is entailed”
That was made perfectly clear. Have no idea how you can think otherwise. I did not read the novel so the issue of being faithful to the written work is not an issue with me. It stands on its own merit. Absolutely exquisite. What you see as “trashy” and “poor” I see as earthy.
And as I said, virtually every frame is a painting. I am more of an appreciator than a critic. The secret to my success.