STELLA NASH. By " Ganpat." (William Blackwood. 6s. net.)
Although this book is fashioned on a rather familiar theme of Anglo-Indian romance, the author contrives to introduce a certain originality into his material. Not only is the scene of action—the hills to the north of Northern Punjab- unhackneyed, but a further relief from the sentimental history of hero and heroine is provided by a really excellent " yarn " of buried treasure admirably concealed. The direo tions for the quest which are given on some broken portions of an engraved jade amulet are delightfully mystifying The author also displays a true sporting spirit by entirely ignoring the question of the ownership of the hoard after its discovery. The excitement of the chase is the important thing and the material outcome is not regarded.
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