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Pemberton, Max
1863
1950
Pemberton, Sir Max
The Diamond Ship
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"The Diamond Ship" by Max Pemberton is a novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative introduces us to Dr. Ean Fabos, a wealthy and enigmatic character, as well as his friend Timothy McShanus, a journalist who serves as the story's voice. The plot revolves around intrigue, adventure, and the search for stolen jewels, particularly focusing on Fabos's quest to recover the bronze pearls that he believes have been worn by the captivating Joan Fordibras. The beginning of the story sets the stage for a night at a Fancy Fair in Kensington, where Fabos makes an unexpected connection with Joan, whose father possesses jewels believed to belong to Fabos. This encounter ignites a series of events that unveils deeper mysteries, including a potential conspiracy surrounding his stolen treasures. As the narrative unfolds, it establishes Fabos's complex character—intelligent and charismatic yet haunted by his past—and hints at the adventure and danger that lie ahead in his quest for the truth behind the diamonds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 79.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Adventure stories
Mystery fiction
Jewel thieves -- Fiction
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Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
Category: Adventure
Category: Novels
Category: British Literature
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