The Gay Triangle by William Le Queux

Name: The Gay Triangle
Author: William Le Queux

This novel explores the themes of same-sex relationships and societal norms through a triangle of love between three men: a young aristocrat, his older and more experienced lover, and a charismatic and seductive stranger who disrupts their relationship. The story delves into the complexities of desire, power dynamics, and the consequences of secrecy in a society where such relationships are taboo.

By William Le Queux · First published 1905 · Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Crime · 8 chapters · 56,317 words

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From a derelict shed adjoining a lonely road which stretched for miles across the Norfolk fens, a strange shape slid silently into the night mist. It was a motor-car of an unfamiliar design. The body, of gleaming aluminium, was of unusual width, and was lifted high above the delicate chassis and spidery bicycle wheels that seemed almost too fragile to bear the weight of an engine.

Noiselessly the strange car backed out of the shed. There was no familiar _teuf-teuf_ of the motor-engine; so silent was the car that it might have been driven by electricity, save that the air was filled with the reek of petrol.

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Work type: Novel
Author: William Le Queux
Date: 1905 CE
Language: English
Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Crime, Adventure, Detective
Length: 56,317 words
Structure: 8 chapters, 1,103 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Mystery — The plot revolves around a mysterious and complex case that needs to be solved.
Thriller — The narrative is filled with suspense and tension, keeping the reader on edge.
Crime — The story involves criminal activities and investigations.
Adventure — The characters embark on a journey filled with unexpected events and challenges.