The Tempting of Tavernake

Name: The Tempting of Tavernake
Author: E. Phillips Oppenheim

The Tempting of Tavernake is a novel by E. Phillips Oppenheim that follows the story of Tavernake, a young man who rises from humble beginnings to become one of the most powerful men in England. The book explores themes of ambition, power, and love as Tavernake navigates his way through high society and political intrigue.

By E. Phillips Oppenheim · First published 1902 · Genre: Mystery, Adventure, Romance · 36 chapters · 118,552 words

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They stood upon the roof of a London boarding-house in the neighborhood of Russell Square -- one of those grim shelters, the refuge of Transatlantic curiosity and British penury. The girl -- she represented the former race was leaning against the frail palisading, with gloomy expression and eyes set as though in fixed contemplation of the uninspiring panorama. The young man -- unmistakably, uncompromisingly English -- stood with his back to the chimney a few feet away, watching his companion. The silence between them was as yet unbroken, had lasted, indeed, since she had stolen away from the shabby drawing-room below, where a florid lady with a raucous voice had been shouting a music-hall ditty. Close upon her heels, but without speech of any sort, he had followed. They were almost strangers, except for the occasional word or two of greeting which the etiquette of the establishment demanded. Yet she had accepted his espionage without any protest of word or look.

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Work type: Novel
Author: E. Phillips Oppenheim
Date: 1902 CE
Language: English
Genres: Mystery, Adventure, Romance, Thriller
Length: 118,552 words
Structure: 36 chapters, 3,007 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Mystery — The narrative revolves around suspense, secrets, and the uncovering of hidden truths.
Adventure — The protagonist embarks on a journey, facing challenges and risks along the way.
Romance — There are elements of love and romantic relationships that significantly impact the plot.
Thriller — The story contains elements of tension, excitement, and suspense.