If Sinners Entice Thee

Name: If Sinners Entice Thee
Author: William Le Queux

By William Le Queux

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An impoverished former man-about-town and his daughter withdraw to a quiet village, where their cosmopolitan past provokes gossip and social exclusion. A prosperous old associate arrives seeking to secure financial advantage through a matrimonial arrangement, but the father refuses to barter his daughter’s happiness, reigniting rivalries and old habits. Domestic life and public reputation collide as past indulgence, pride, and the need for money strain relationships, while friendship and potential romance complicate the household’s attempts at respectability. The narrative moves between intimate family scenes and tense confrontations, examining the moral and social consequences of earlier choices.

About the Author

William Le Queux

William Le Queux was a British author and journalist known for his prolific output in the early 20th century, particularly in the genres of adventure and espionage fiction. His works often reflect the anxieties of his time, especially regarding national security and foreign threats. Among his notable titles is "A Secret Service: Being Strange Tales of a Nihilist," which showcases his flair for thrilling narratives intertwined with political intrigue. Le Queux's writing is characterized by its vivid storytelling and a keen sense of the dramatic, making him a significant figure in the landscape of popular literature during his era.