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VOLUME 2. - CHAPTER V
In a bustling little community called Asphith, social life revolves around a charismatic figure known only as the Celebrity. When the charming Irene Trevor catches his eye, the town’s gossip mills spin, and a lively cotillion becomes the stage for matchmaking, rivalry, and whispered scandals. The narrative follows the Celebrity’s deft orchestration of dances and pairings, revealing the delicate balance of ambition, reputation, and desire among the townsfolk.
Meanwhile, the enigmatic Mr. Cooke and his indifferent wife watch the proceedings with a mixture of amusement and bemusement, their own private car delivering a parade of ten eager young women to the dance. As the Celebrity shuttles between the grand house and the nearby Mohair estate, his relentless energy keeps the social calendar humming, even as personal loyalties are tested. The story captures the humor and subtle tension of a society where every smile, invitation, and whispered remark can shift the fortunes of those involved.
Language
en
Duration
~1 hours (67K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
Oct 19, 2004
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1871–1947
A bestselling American novelist of the early twentieth century, he brought American history, politics, and social change to life in sweeping, readable fiction. His celebrated novels include Richard Carvel, The Crisis, Coniston, and The Inside of the Cup.
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