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In the heart of India, Muriel Roscoe arrives to stay with her father, a distinguished general. When their fort comes under siege, General Roscoe entrusts the clever and fearless soldier Nick Ratcliffe with the critical task of ensuring Muriels safe escape. Their harrowing journey tests them both, leaving Muriel shaken by the experience. As they navigate their flight to safety, Nick finds himself captivated by her spirit. Will Muriel be able to move past her preconceived notions about Nick and see the true man behind the soldier? Can she reconcile the terrifying moments they shared with the ...

Join Dinah on an exhilarating skiing trip with her affluent neighbors, the de Vignes, where she embarks on a rare escape from her challenging home life. Amidst the stunning alpine scenery, she encounters three captivating siblings the charming Eustace, the humble Scott, and the delicate Isabel. As Dinah forms a deep bond with Isabel, both brothers find themselves drawn to the spirited young woman who has brought light to their sisters sorrow. Will Dinah discover true love among the brothers, and can she return to England with a heart full of joy? - Summary by Helena Dunstone NOTE This story ...

In a world shaped by chance, a reserved Englishwoman, Lady Anne Carfax, finds herself unexpectedly drawn to the adventurous spirit of an American named Napoleon Nap Errol. As their unlikely friendship deepens, tension mounts with Annes irritable husband, Sir Giles Carfax, who is furious about their innocent bond. Amidst the turmoil, Nap comes to a bittersweet realization he has fallen in love with Anne. - Summary by SirenaRose

In this captivating tale, we meet Saltash, a man of refined tastes who thrives on excitement and detests monotony. On the eve of his departure from Valrosa, he discovers a stowaway aboard his opulent yacht—a young woman disguised as a boy, desperate to escape her tormentor. Despite her troubled past, she radiates purity, and Saltash finds himself irresistibly drawn to her. Although he falls deeply in love, he wrestles with feelings of unworthiness and a sense of duty, leading him to consider marrying her off to someone he deems more deserving. This enchanting narrative weaves together ...

In this captivating prequel to Charles Rex by Ethel M. Dell, we delve into the tumultuous world of the charismatic rogue, Lord Saltash, and the troubled yet resilient Maude Brian, who harbors deep affections for him. Devoted to her younger, disabled brother, Maude finds herself trapped in a stifling home after her mother weds a cruel hotel owner. To escape her dire circumstances, she reluctantly agrees to a marriage of convenience. Enter Jake, the steadfast and silent man who secretly loves her, yet struggles to express his feelings, leading to a series of poignant misunderstandings. This ...

In this volume our authors, including Ambrose Bierce, Nathaniel Hawthorne, Winifred Holtby, Bernard Capes and many others bring forth creations and contraptions that are both amazing and abstract as well as diabolical and delightful.