The Coquette's Victim by Charlotte M. Brame
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About this eBook
| Author | Brame, Charlotte M., 1836-1884 |
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| Title |
The Coquette's Victim Everyday Life Library No. 1 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Steven desJardins and Distributed Proofreaders. |
| Summary | "The Coquette's Victim" by Charlotte M. Brame is a novel likely written in the late 19th century. The story centers around a young man known only as John Smith, who stands accused of stealing from Count Jules St. Croix and faces trial. With a striking aristocratic appearance and enigmatic demeanor, John’s circumstances evoke the interest of his magistrate, Mr. Kent, who suspects there is more to his case than meets the eye. The opening of the novel introduces us to the tense environment of a police court, setting the stage for John Smith's trial. Mr. Kent, an insightful magistrate, is perplexed by the seemingly well-bred young man who sits accused in the dock. As the trial unfolds, testimonies reveal John caught red-handed in the count's rooms, yet his demeanor remains calm and composed, sparking curiosity and concern from the magistrate. Despite lacking any defense, John chooses to remain silent about his motives, hinting at a mysterious backstory that captivates Mr. Kent, who is taken aback by John's apparent innocence. Once committed for trial, the narrative hints at external influences and the possibility of deeper motivations for John’s actions, leaving the reader eager to uncover the true story behind this intriguing character. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 12886 |
| Release Date | Jul 12, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 15, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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