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Cholmondeley, Mary
1859
1925
The Danvers Jewels, and Sir Charles Danvers
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"The Danvers Jewels, and Sir Charles Danvers" by Mary Cholmondeley is a novel written in the late 19th century. This tale combines elements of adventure and mystery, centering on Colonel Middleton, who is entrusted with a substantial legacy of jewels left to a young man named Ralph Danvers after the death of a notorious figure, Sir John. As Middleton navigates the intriguing world of the Danvers family, the story promises to explore themes of trust, inheritance, and the consequences of past actions. The opening of the novel introduces Colonel Middleton as he prepares to leave India, only to be summoned by the ailing Sir John who entrusts him with a bag of exquisite jewels and surprising backstory. After Sir John's untimely death, which is revealed to be a murder, Middleton embarks on a journey to England, burdened not only with the jewels but also with the weight of the mystery surrounding them. He encounters members of the Danvers family and also befriends a young American named Carr. The opening sets the stage for a compelling narrative of intrigue, as dark secrets and unexpected events unfold in the backdrop of familial relationships and societal expectations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 79.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Detective and mystery stories
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Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
Category: Adventure
Category: Novels
Category: British Literature
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