Nedra

Nedra is a novel written by George Barr McCutcheon. The story is set in the early 1900s and revolves around the life of a young American woman named Nedra. She is the daughter of a wealthy businessman and lives a privileged life in New York City. However, Nedra is restless and yearns for adventure and excitement. When her father dies, Nedra inherits his fortune and decides to travel to Europe. There, she meets a charming Frenchman named Victor de Launay and falls in love with him. However, their relationship is complicated by the fact that Victor is already engaged to another woman. As Nedra navigates the complexities of her love life, she also becomes embroiled in a political conspiracy involving the French government. Nedra must use her wit and intelligence to navigate the dangerous world of politics and protect her newfound love. Nedra is a thrilling and romantic novel that takes readers on a journey through Europe and the world of high society. McCutcheon's vivid descriptions and engaging characters make for a captivating read that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end.1905. The American newspaperman and novelist begins this novel: A tall young man sped swiftly up the wide stone steps leading to the doorway of a mansion in one of Chicago's most fashionable avenues. After pushing the button sharply he jerked out his watch and guessed at the time by the dull red light from the panel in the door. Then he hastily brushed from the sleeve of his coat the telltale billiard chalk, whose presence reminded him that a general survey might be a wise precaution. He was rubbing a white streak from his trousers' leg when the door flew open and the butler admitted him to the hallway. This personage relieved him of his hat, coat and stick and announced: Miss Vernon is w'itin' for you, sir. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.