Vicky Van by Carolyn Wells (1922)

Name: Vicky Van
Author: Carolyn Wells

Victoria Van Allen, known as Vicky Van, is a captivating socialite in New York City, embodying charm and vivacity. The narrative unfolds through the eyes of Chester Calhoun, a junior partner at a law firm, who is drawn to Vicky's magnetic personality. Living in a refined neighborhood, Chester is introduced to Vicky through a club friend and quickly becomes enchanted by her lively spirit and unique social gatherings, which often revolve around bridge games and lively conversations. Vicky's home, a small yet tastefully decorated space, reflects her artistic sensibilities, filled with flowers and a warm ambiance. The story captures a party at her residence, where Chester navigates the dynamics of her eclectic group of friends, including artists and performers. Vicky's playful nature is evident as she flits between guests, maintaining an air of mystery and allure. As the evening progresses, discussions about a newcomer, Mr. Somers, hint at potential romantic entanglements and social intrigue. Vicky's insistence on choosing friends based on character rather than wealth sets the tone for her relationships. Chester's growing admiration for Vicky intertwines with the unfolding events, suggesting deeper connections and the complexities of social interactions in their vibrant world.

By Carolyn Wells · First published 1922 · Genre: Mystery, Detective Fiction, Romantic Suspense · 20 chapters · 89,651 words

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Victoria Van Allen was the name she signed to her letters and to her cheques, but Vicky Van, as her friends called her, was signed all over her captivating personality, from the top of her dainty, tossing head to the tips of her dainty, dancing feet.

I liked her from the first, and if her "small and earlies" were said to be so called because they were timed by the small and early numerals on the clock dial, and if her "little" bridge games kept in active circulation a goodly share of our country's legal tender, those things are not crimes.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Carolyn Wells
Date: 1922 CE
Language: English
Genres: Mystery, Detective Fiction, Romantic Suspense
Length: 89,651 words
Structure: 20 chapters, 1,872 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Mystery — The book constructs a story revolving around the mysterious disappearance of the protagonist, fitting well within the mystery genre
Detective Fiction — The plot entails an investigator trying to piece together the mystery of the protagonist's sudden disappearance, making this a work of detective fiction.
Romantic Suspense — The narrative incorporates elements of suspense and a romantic subplot between characters, categorizing it as romantic suspense.