The gamblers by William Le Queux
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"The Gamblers" by William Le Queux is a fictional novel written in the early 20th century. The story follows Carmela Rosselli, a young woman of Italian descent living in England, as she embarks on a journey of self-discovery amidst the lavish yet treacherous world of gambling in Monte Carlo. Accompanied by her friend Ulrica, Carmela navigates the complexities of love, loss, and wealth, intertwining her own personal struggles with the alluring yet
perilous atmosphere of the casino. At the start of the novel, readers are introduced to Carmela Rosselli, who reflects on her past filled with sorrow from the loss of her parents and an unrequited love. Seeking a fresh start, she travels to Monte Carlo with her friend Ulrica, who yearns for excitement and adventure. As they indulge in the thrills of Parisian nightlife, their adventure leads them to Monte Carlo, where the allure of gambling takes hold. However, amidst the glitz and glamour, a dark turn of events occurs when a murder shatters their temporary bliss, setting off a chain of mystery and intrigue that will challenge Carmela's perceptions of trust and fate. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Le Queux, William, 1864-1927 |
|---|---|
| Title | The gamblers |
| Original Publication | United Kingdom: Hutchinson & Co., 1901. |
| Credits | Al Haines |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 71.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Detective and mystery stories |
| Subject | Murder -- Investigation -- Fiction |
| Subject | Monte-Carlo (Monaco) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 71037 |
| Release Date | Jun 24, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 394 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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