A Payment on Account by H.C. McNeile
The story revolves around a young officer who returns to England after serving in the Boer War and becomes embroiled in a complicated love affair with a woman from a lower social class. The officer's family disapproves of her, leading to tension and conflict within the household.
By H.C. McNeile · First published 1916 · Genre: Romance, Drama, Comedy · 4 chapters · 9,664 words
First lines
"Excuse me, but could you give me some idea as to where I am? I have a shrewd notion that it's Devonshire, but -- -- "
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: H.C. McNeile
- Date: 1916 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Romance, Drama, Comedy, Adventure, Mystery
- Length: 9,664 words
- Structure: 4 chapters, 201 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Romance — The narrative centers around the developing relationship between Charles Hewson and Sheila Crossley, with romantic undertones and a focus on personal connections.
- Drama — The story involves emotional and moral conflicts, particularly concerning financial deception and personal integrity.
- Comedy — The dialogue and situations contain elements of humor, particularly in the interactions between characters and the protagonist's self-deprecating remarks.
- Adventure — The protagonist is on a walking tour, which serves as a backdrop for the unfolding events and personal discoveries.
Tags
Adventure · Action · Thriller · Mystery · Crime · Suspense · British Literature · Classic Fiction · Short Story Collection · Humor · Satire · Social Commentary