Charles Rex

"Charles Rex" by Ethel M. Dell is a tale from a bygone era which introduces Lord Saltash, a wealthy yachtsman whose adventures across Europe leave him strangely unsatisfied as he sails on "The Night Moth." His conversations with Captain Larpent reveal a man searching for something beyond luxury, grappling with recklessness and hidden loyalties. After weeks of cruising the Mediterranean, Saltash decides to explore the town where he encounters a young abused boy, Toby. Driven by an unexpected surge of compassion, Saltash steps in to protect Toby, forming a bond that challenges his carefree lifestyle and promises a journey of transformation. It's a story about finding purpose in unexpected places, where the masks of privilege fall away to uncovering real human connection.