A Slight Misunderstanding and Other Stories - Douglas Parmee - książka

Caught in a marriage devoid of happiness with her boorish and inattentive husband, who is more concerned with social status, Julie de Chaverny finds some excitement in her flirtation with the sophisticated Major de Châteaufort. However, her life takes an unexpected turn when a former lover, M. Darcy, resurfaces after returning from Turkey. His adventurous tales and gallant demeanor rekindle forgotten feelings in Julie, leading her to make impulsive decisions with dire consequences. "A Slight Misunderstanding," hailed for its deep psychological insight and sharp social satire, is presented alongside other short stories, including "The Etruscan Vase," "The Vision of Charles XI," "Tamango," "The Blue Room," and "A Hanging."