Mr. Grex of Monte Carlo

Name: Mr. Grex of Monte Carlo
Author: E. Phillips Oppenheim

Mr. Grex of Monte Carlo is a novel by E. Phillips Oppenheim that follows the story of Mr. Grex, a wealthy and mysterious man who lives in Monte Carlo. The book explores themes of love, betrayal, and revenge as Mr. Grex navigates his way through the high-stakes world of gambling and intrigue.

By E. Phillips Oppenheim · First published 1903 · Genre: Adventure, Mystery, Romance · 38 chapters · 114,523 words

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The eyes of the man who had looked in upon a scene inordinately, fantastically brilliant, underwent, after those first few moments of comparative indifference, a curious transformation. He was contemplating one of the sights of the world. Crowded around the two roulette tables, promenading or lounging on the heavily cushioned divans against the wall, he took note of a conglomeration of people representing, perhaps, every grade of society, every nationality of importance, yet with a curious common likeness by reason of their tribute paid to fashion. He glanced unmoved at a beautiful Englishwoman who was a duchess but looked otherwise; at an equally beautiful Frenchwoman, who looked like a duchess but was -- otherwise. On every side of him were women gowned by the great artists of the day, women like flowers, all perfume and softness and colour. His eyes passed them over almost carelessly.

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Work type: Novel
Author: E. Phillips Oppenheim
Date: 1903 CE
Language: English
Genres: Adventure, Mystery, Romance, Thriller
Length: 114,523 words
Structure: 38 chapters, 2,709 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Genres

Adventure — The narrative revolves around high-stakes gambling, espionage, and international intrigue.
Mystery — The plot involves a complex puzzle that the protagonist must solve.
Romance — There are significant romantic subplots between the characters.
Thriller — The story contains elements of suspense, danger, and excitement.