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Charles Rex

Charles Rex

Ethel M. Dell

Published in 1921, 'Charles Rex' by Ethel M. Dell follows Saltash, a cosmopolitan man who encounters a stowaway, a young woman disguised as a boy seeking refuge from her abuser. As he falls in love with her, he grapples with feelings of unworthiness and attempts to arrange a more suitable match for her. The novel blends romance, mystery, and humor, featuring memorable characters and an emotional narrative that explores themes of love and duty.

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