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The Disturbing Charm
The Disturbing Charm
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The Disturbing Charm (1919) is a romance novel by Berta Ruck that explores the themes of love, fantasy, and modern life. Olwen Howel-Jones, a young Welsh beauty, discovers a mysterious note with instructions for a powerful charm that renders the wearer irresistibly attractive. She secretly removes the charm from her uncle's desk, but soon discovers that being the constant object of everyone's affections is a tiresome way to live. The novel is a comedy of social life and romance and is reimagined for modern readers with a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript.
Format: Hardback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2022
Publisher: West Margin Press
The Disturbing Charm, a romance novel by Berta Ruck, was published in 1919. Ruck, who had previously published stories in literary magazines, gained widespread popularity with her romance novels. The book is a satirical tale of love, fantasy, and modern life, and its enduring appeal has made it a classic over a century after it was written.
The story revolves around Olwen Howel-Jones, a young Welsh beauty, who discovers a mysterious note containing a message about the power of a charm. The charm, which must be kept hidden to work, renders the wearer irresistibly attractive, allowing them to manipulate the will of those they wish to romance. Intrigued by the promise of the charm, Olwen secretly removes it from her uncle's desk.
As Olwen uses the charm, she quickly realizes that being the constant object of everyone's affection is not as fulfilling as she had imagined. She encounters various characters in her daily life, including a wealthy businessman, a dashing artist, and a charming politician, all of whom are drawn to her charm. However, Olwen soon discovers that the charm comes with its own set of challenges.
The Disturbing Charm is a comedy of social life and romance, offering a satirical portrayal of the societal norms and expectations of the early 20th century. Ruck's writing is witty and clever, and her characters are well-developed and relatable. The book's beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript make it a classic of British romance literature reimagined for modern readers.
Dimension: 203 x 127 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781513132822
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