Books like K by Mary Roberts Rinehart
Set in a Pittsburgh hospital in 1915, the story follows a young nurse who becomes intrigued by a doctor on staff. As romance develops, she is drawn into a thrilling intrigue involving a mysterious boarder who calls himself K. The narrative blends suspense and romance, reflecting Mary Roberts Rinehart’s own experience as a nurse while exploring themes of love, danger, and the complexities of early 20th‑century hospital life.
First publish date: 1915
Genre: Literary Fiction/Classic Literature
Authors: Mary Roberts Rinehart
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