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Rinehart, Mary Roberts
1876
1958
Dangerous Days
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"Dangerous Days" by Mary Roberts Rinehart is a novel likely written during the early 20th century. The story revolves around Natalie Spencer, a meticulous and somewhat superficial hostess, and her husband Clayton, who seem to be living in a world of societal expectations against the backdrop of a looming war. Their dinner gatherings reveal the intricacies of their relationship and serve as a lens through which the complexities of their lives unfold, reflecting social dynamics, personal ambitions, and underlying discontent. The opening of "Dangerous Days" introduces Natalie, who is preoccupied with the details of hosting a dinner party, distracting herself from her strained marriage to Clayton, who is more introspective and aware of the deeper issues affecting their lives. As the guests engage in trivial conversations, the tension in the Spencers' relationship becomes apparent through their interactions and thoughts. Clayton is depicted as a man struggling with the weight of responsibility and conflicting desires, particularly as the world around them edges closer to involvement in the war. This initial segment sets the stage for exploring themes of duty, love, and the impact of external events on personal relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 85.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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World War, 1914-1918 -- Fiction
Businessmen -- Fiction
United States -- Social life and customs -- 20th century -- Fiction
Families -- Fiction
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Bestsellers, American, 1895-1923
Category: Novels
Category: American Literature
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