
In the bustling streets of late‑fall Chicago, a poised young woman named Jane Cable waits impatiently outside her father’s towering office, her elegant carriage and confident bearing drawing admiring glances from passersby. When a dashing stranger arrives—prompted by a friend’s teasing dare—his quick wit and warm smile lift her spirits, revealing a playful chemistry that hints at deeper connections. Their banter, full of clever retorts and flirtatious teasing, showcases Jane’s sharp mind and the social expectations that surround her privileged life.
As the afternoon unfolds, hints of family tension and mysterious acquaintances surface, especially when a name—Mr. Medford—surfaces in conversation about a recent dinner. This glimpse into Jane’s world suggests a blend of high‑society intrigue, romantic entanglements, and the subtle pressures of a prominent family. Listeners will be drawn into her spirited journey, where confidence meets curiosity amid Chicago’s glittering backdrop.
Language
en
Duration
~8 hours (463K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Etext produced by Charles Franks, Charles Aldarondo and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. HTML file produced by David Widger
Release date
2004-06-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1866–1928
Best known for lively, humorous popular fiction at the turn of the 20th century, this Indiana-born novelist won a wide readership with romantic adventures such as Graustark and Brewster's Millions. His stories blended comedy, fantasy, and fast-moving plot in a way that made him a favorite of magazine and book audiences alike.
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