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The Laughing Girl

Robert William Chambers

Casa editrice: Interactive Media

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Michael O'Ryan unexpectedly inherits a Swiss property during wartime, only to find a deserted chalet and a mysterious, red-headed maid named Thusis. The local authorities insist he must operate the estate as a hotel, leading to a humorous and absurd situation as he navigates bureaucratic demands and societal expectations. Amidst this, O'Ryan becomes intrigued by the maid, whose appearance resembles a treasured photograph of "the laughing girl". The story blends romance, mystery, and a touch of adventure, exploring themes of identity, fate, and the interplay between personal desires and external pressures.
Disponibile da: 20/11/2025.
Lunghezza di stampa: 292 pagine.

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