Mary Roberts Rinehart (1876-1958) was an American author of hundreds of short stories, poems, travelogues and special articles. Some of her very successful books and plays, such as The Bat (1920) were adapted for movies. While many of her books were best-sellers, critics were most appreciative of her murder mysteries. She also coined the famous phrase "The butler did it."

The Amazing Interlude by Mary Roberts Rinehart: A captivating tale of love, courage, and espionage set against the backdrop of World War I. Mary Roberts Rinehart weaves a thrilling narrative centered around a young American woman who becomes involved in secret operations to aid the war effort in Europe. This novel explores themes of patriotism, sacrifice, and the resilience of the human spirit during times of turmoil. Key Aspects of the Book "The Amazing Interlude": World War I Setting: Rinehart's novel captures the atmosphere of wartime Europe and its impact on the lives of ordinary people. Strong Female Protagonist: The book follows the journey of a determined young woman who defies conventions to contribute to the war effort and find her own path. Intrigue and Suspense: Rinehart skillfully blends romance and espionage, creating a compelling plot that keeps readers on the edge of their seats. Mary Roberts Rinehart was an American writer known for her mystery and suspense novels. Born in 1876, she gained fame for her contributions to the mystery genre, earning her the title "the American Agatha Christie." Beyond her mysteries, Rinehart also delved into themes of love and adventure, as seen in The Amazing Interlude, which showcases her talent for crafting thrilling and emotionally resonant narratives.

This eBook edition of "The Amazing Interlude" has been formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. Sara Lee is a young woman who decides to serve in the Red Cross in Belgium during the Great War taking care of wounded soldiers. She raises a little money and starts a soup kitchen just behind the Belgian trenches. When a young allied spy shows up to ask for help sending message to his headquarters, Sara gets involved in dangerous spy games between bitter enemies.

The Essential Rinehart Collection continues with Volume 5 of Mary Roberts Rinehart’s novels. Set during World War I, “The Amazing Interlude” is both a haunting romance and a mystery. A young woman, Sara Lee, joins the Red Cross, travels to Europe, and changes her life forever. “The Street of Seven Stars” is an atmospheric mystery set in long-ago Austria. Take a trip back in time and experience the danger first hand.

This love story is told from the point of view of the heroine, Baptista. She has loved and lost before but has now decided to marry the neighbour of her mother. On her way home her plans are torn asunder.

When Mia Cox finds out she can’t donate her kidney to save her younger sister’s life, she doesn’t hesitate to jump on a plane to New York, convinced she can talk their estranged birth mother, Carmen, into donating hers instead. She doesn’t know the city or how she’ll find Carmen when she gets there, but she has to try. If she doesn’t, Maddy’s going to die. On the cross-country flight, Mia figures she’ll have more than enough time to make a plan for when she lands—where she’ll go, where she’ll sleep, what she’ll eat. But then she falls into an embarrassing conversation with the cute boy sitting next to her, and only after she insults him does she realize he’s the one and only Jaxton Scott, the troubled lead singer of a famous rock band she hates. While Mia is running toward what she hopes is a cure for her sister, Jax is running away from his rockstar life. As the hours pass, they get to know each other, and she finds herself opening up to him like she never has to anyone. When Jax volunteers to help Mia on the rest of her journey, she’s hesitant to accept his offer. Under different circumstances, she would want to get to know him better, but how can she entertain this random crush on a real-life rockstar while Maddy lies in the hospital, her name one of many on a never-ending transplant list? Though everything seems perfect while they’re in the air, once on the ground again, Mia’s lack of preparation catches up with her, and she receives grave news from home. Clinging to the shred of hope she has left, she accepts Jax’s help but makes it clear that her priority is finding Carmen and saving Maddy’s life. She will not, under any circumstances, stray from her mission no matter how cute, thoughtful, and sweet her new friend may be.