The Stolen Emperor (1903)

Set against the backdrop of the Boxer Rebellion, the novel features Dorothy Brooke, a young Englishwoman whose journey to China with her diplomat father leads her into a perilous plot to steal the emperor's jade seal. As she navigates dangers like kidnapping and betrayal, she also finds love with a Chinese prince. The story vividly depicts life in a tumultuous era, exploring themes of cultural clash, colonialism, and romance, while offering a glimpse into a significant historical moment.