Princess Zara

"Princess Zara" by Ross Beeckman is a novel from the early 1900s introducing Princess Zara de Echeveria, a beautiful and poised young woman from a royal family who is also deeply involved in revolutionary politics. The story follows Zara as she balances her life of privilege with her dedication to the nihilist cause. The story begins with Princess Zara arriving in New York City with a large group of attendants, immediately drawing attention. After getting settled in her fancy hotel, she is visited by Alexis Saberevski, who has left Russia and has links to the Russian Czar. Their talk exposes Zara's secret connections to the nihilist movement and her difficult situation, hinting at the internal struggles of a woman caught between her royal life and her revolutionary beliefs, which sets the scene for a story full of mystery, love, loyalty, and rebellion.