Japonette

Published in 1912, 'Japonette' is a novel that follows James Edgerton, a young man who returns to New York after a financial disaster has devastated his family's legacy. Upon his return, he discovers that his apartment is occupied by two orphaned nieces of a family acquaintance, Diana and Silvette Tennant, who believed they were renting for the summer. This unexpected encounter leads to comedic misunderstandings and a deeper exploration of relationships, identity, and social status as the characters navigate their intertwined lives amidst financial uncertainty.