READABLE Novxts.—Betty Harris. By Jennette Lee. (Methuen and Co. 35.
6d.)—A slight but pretty tale of Greek emigrants in Chicago and a kidnapped child.—Golden Vanity. By Maisie Bennett. (Mills and Boon. 6s.)—The pruning knife was lacking in this loosely constructed story, which shows, with a few curious lapses, considerable observation, especially in the orphanage whence the heroine passes through drudgery to success on the stage.—Bella. By E. C. Booth. (E. Arnold. 6s.)—The story is spun out round a pleasing child and a seaside resort. The use of the historic present is tiresome.—Olivia Mary. By E. M. Albanesi. (Methuen and Co. 6s.)—The interest shifts awkwardly from one torahs,- to another, otherwise a pleasant tale enough,— The Demon. By C. N. and A. M. Williamson. (Methuen and Co. is. net.)—This time the motor tour and romance take place in Corsica.
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