The Vultures

"The Vultures" by Henry Seton Merriman is a novel that throws together diplomat Mr. Joseph P. Mangles, a cynical man, his kind niece Miss Netty Cahere, and the quiet Mr. Reginald Cartoner on an ocean liner crossing the Atlantic. As their lives intertwine, the story hints at hidden depths in each character, setting the stage for complex relationships and political games. The initial interactions on the ship highlight their contrasting personalities and mysterious pasts, suggesting that ambition, diplomacy, and personal connections will soon test them all as they navigate the stormy waters of both the ocean and the political world.