The Hundredth Chance, Vol. 1

Ethel M. Dell, a prolific British romance novelist, crafted over 30 novels and numerous short stories between 1911 and 1939. Born into a middle-class family in London, she began writing at a young age, with many works appearing in popular magazines. Her narratives often unfold in the British Raj and other colonial settings, characterized by a romantic and sometimes controversial tone. Critics noted her frequent use of suggestive language, with family members humorously tracking her choice of passionate vocabulary.