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Japonette - cover

Japonette

Robert William Chambers

Publisher: Interactive Media

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Summary

After a financial collapse destroys his inheritance, James Edgerton returns to New York to rebuild his life, only to find his apartment occupied by Diana and Silvette Tennant, two orphaned sisters who rented it in good faith. Forced into an uneasy partnership, they navigate misunderstandings, shifting social status, and shared uncertainty. Through wit, resilience, and growing affection, their lives intertwine, revealing how loss can open unexpected paths to connection and renewal.
Available since: 12/19/2025.
Print length: 242 pages.

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