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Le Queux, William
1864
1927
Queux, William Le
Queux, William Tufnell Le
Queux, William le
Her Royal Highness: A Romance of the Chancelleries of Europe
Produced by Nick Hodson of London, England
"Her Royal Highness: A Romance of the Chancelleries of Europe" by William Le Queux is a historical romance novel written in the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of the Egyptian landscape, it introduces a cosmopolitan blend of character types, centering on young people enjoying leisure time in a wealthy society, while hinting at underlying themes of political intrigue and personal secrets. The main characters include the charming French girl Lola Duprez, her uncle Jules Gigleux, and the British diplomat Hubert Waldron, whose relationships often reveal personal struggles that intertwine with the broader context of diplomacy and societal expectations. The opening portion of the novel immerses readers in the social life at the Cataract Hotel in Assouan, where English travelers congregate amidst luxury and leisure. A lively tea scene unfolds as four young travelers—Lola, Hubert, and two others—are introduced, along with their conversations reflecting a carefree spirit that contrasts with deeper tensions in their lives. Lola expresses her desire to journey up the Nile to Wady Haifa, excited by the prospect of adventure despite her uncle’s inexplicable wariness. As Waldron’s admiration for Lola grows, their interactions hint at a budding romance, complicated by her uncle’s controlling nature. The narrative hints at Lola’s secret affections and the enigmatic nature of their relationships, setting the stage for conflict and intrigue as they navigate both their personal desires and the political undercurrents surrounding them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 71.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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