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The Narrow Street
Paperback
HumorMystery & ThrillerRomance
ISBN13: 9781025416533
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 330
Weight: 1.02
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
The Narrow Street is a charming and witty romantic comedy that follows the unexpected transformation of Simon Gaunt, a man of rigid habits and solitary inclinations. Simon's carefully ordered world is thrown into delightful chaos when he arrives home one evening to discover a mysterious and beautiful woman in his apartment. Refusing to leave or offer a clear explanation for her presence, the stranger becomes a permanent fixture in his life, forcing the shy bachelor to navigate a series of humorous misunderstandings and social complications.
As Simon attempts to maintain his composure while his neighbors and associates speculate on his domestic situation, Edwin Bateman Morris expertly blends elements of lighthearted mystery with a comedy of manners. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century urban life, the narrative explores themes of spontaneity, the breaking of routine, and the unpredictable nature of love. The Narrow Street is a celebrated example of Jazz Age fiction, offering readers a clever and heartwarming tale of how a single chance encounter can lead a man out of his shell and into a world of adventure.
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