The Automobile Girls at Washington; Or, Checkmating the Plots of Foreign Spies

Four spirited young women, famed as the “Automobile Girls,” arrive in Washington eager to trade their road‑trips for a taste of the capital’s glittering society. Their first evening brings an unexpected guest—a charming, half‑Irish, half‑Russian attaché who slips into Barbara’s drawing‑room with a whiff of foreign intrigue and a casual invitation to “play the most interesting game in the world.” The girls’ curiosity is instantly piqued, and their innocent curiosity begins to brush up against the subtle currents of diplomatic maneuvering.

Set against the backdrop of 1910s Washington, the story blends light‑hearted social debut scenes with a quietly rising tension as the girls find themselves tangled in whispers of espionage and secret messages. As they explore embassies, reception halls, and the hidden corners of the city, their friendship and daring spirit become the perfect foil for a mystery that promises both adventure and a glimpse into a world where youthful exuberance meets international intrigue.