Mr. Grex of Monte Carlo by E. Phillips Oppenheim
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| Author | Oppenheim, E. Phillips (Edward Phillips), 1866-1946 |
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| Illustrator | Grefé, Will |
| Title | Mr. Grex of Monte Carlo |
| Note | Reading ease score: 84.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Mr. Grex of Monte Carlo" by E. Phillips Oppenheim is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story unfolds in the glamorous world of Monte Carlo, where a complex web of intrigue and personal relationships begins to unravel, particularly focusing on the enigmatic figure of Mr. Grex and his daughter. Central to the narrative is the character of Sir Henry Hunterleys, who finds himself drawn into a tangled affair fraught with jealousy, suspicion, and a hinted political backdrop. At the start of the novel, the scene is set at a bustling roulette table in Monte Carlo, where Sir Henry Hunterleys unexpectedly spots a striking woman, Violet, seemingly engrossed in the game. Their tense interaction reveals a complicated past and suggests underlying issues in their relationship, particularly regarding jealousy and suspicion of each other's motives. The chapter opens up to the glitzy yet treacherous world of high society gambling, as well as the looming presence of Mr. Grex, hinting that there is more at stake than just fortune at the tables. As conversations unfold, it becomes apparent that Hunterleys' visit may not just be for leisure; it hints at deeper political tensions and potential dangers, setting the stage for a captivating drama filled with love, rivalry, and intrigue. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Detective and mystery stories |
| Subject | Monte-Carlo (Monaco) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 20611 |
| Release Date | Feb 17, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 198 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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