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A Party of Baccarat
Hardcover
RomanceGeneral FictionLiterary Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025891934
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 240
Weight: 1.13
Height: 0.56 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
A Party of Baccarat is a compelling exploration of obsession, risk, and the seductive atmosphere of the French Riviera during the interwar years. Set against the glamorous backdrop of Monte Carlo, Donn Byrne's novella captures the high-stakes world of the gambling halls where fortunes are made and lost with the turn of a card. The story follows characters drawn to the baccarat tables, illustrating the psychological grip of the game and the complex social dynamics of the wealthy expatriates who frequent the casinos.
Byrne's evocative prose captures the sensory details of the Mediterranean coast, from the glittering lights of the gaming rooms to the palpable tension of the casino floor. As the narrative unfolds, it reveals the moral and emotional consequences of a life governed by chance and the pursuit of easy riches. A Party of Baccarat remains a classic example of early 20th-century literature that examines the intersection of high society, addiction, and the timeless human desire for a stroke of luck. This work stands as a vivid portrait of an era defined by both its surface elegance and its underlying desperation.
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