Long Live The King - Rinehart, Mary Roberts
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Long Live The King follows the story of a young royal who seeks to break free from the confines of his privileged yet stifling life. The narrative explores the prince's desire for adventure and meaningful connections, as he struggles with the weight of royal expectations and his future responsibilities. Set against the backdrop of a formal opera house, the story begins with the prince s longing for a life outside the rigid structure of royalty, leading him to secretly venture into the world in search of excitement. Through his escapades, the novel contrasts the joy of freedom with the burdens…mehr

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Long Live The King follows the story of a young royal who seeks to break free from the confines of his privileged yet stifling life. The narrative explores the prince's desire for adventure and meaningful connections, as he struggles with the weight of royal expectations and his future responsibilities. Set against the backdrop of a formal opera house, the story begins with the prince s longing for a life outside the rigid structure of royalty, leading him to secretly venture into the world in search of excitement. Through his escapades, the novel contrasts the joy of freedom with the burdens of his royal duties, showcasing the prince's internal conflict. The early chapters also explore the prince's relationships, particularly with his cousins and his first experiences with love, highlighting the tension between personal desires and the demands of his future position. As the prince navigates these complexities, the story delves into themes of youthful innocence, duty, and the desire for autonomy, offering a poignant exploration of the challenges faced by those bound by tradition and expectation.
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Mary Roberts Rinehart was an American writer born on August 12, 1876, in Allegheny, Pennsylvania. Often referred to as the "American Agatha Christie," she is best known for her contributions to the mystery genre. Rinehart's first mystery novel, The Circular Staircase, published in 1908, introduced the "had I but known" narrative style, which became a hallmark of suspense writing. Over the course of her career, she became a prolific author, publishing a variety of works, including novels, plays, and short stories, many of which were centered around mystery and intrigue. Rinehart's works were widely popular during her lifetime, and she was a significant figure in the early development of the modern mystery novel. She married Dr. Stanley Rinehart in 1896, and the couple had four children: Stanley Jr., Alan, Frederick, and Elizabeth. Rinehart received numerous accolades for her work, including a Special Edgars Award for her contributions to the genre. She passed away on September 22, 1958, in New York City at the age of 82, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the world of mystery writing.