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The Firing Line

Author
Robert William Chambers
Language
English
Length
458 pages
ISBN
9781836101130
Published
26 January 2026
Imprint
Sovereign
  • romance
  • seaside
  • encounter
  • intrigue
  • youth
  • desire
  • society
  • dialogue
  • identity
  • awakening

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Set in a sunlit coastal setting, the novel follows Hamil, a reflective young man whose quiet day by the sea is transformed after he rescues a mysterious swimmer he calls Calypso. Their playful yet probing exchanges reveal contrasting views on love, freedom, and connection. As romance and adventure unfold, Hamil navigates social expectations and desire, discovering how fleeting encounters can shape identity and awaken deeper emotional truths.

Author

Robert William Chambers (1865–1933) was an American writer celebrated for his vivid blend of fantasy, romance, and early weird fiction. Trained as an artist in Paris, he shifted to literature and achieved lasting fame with The King in Yellow. Over his prolific career, Chambers produced novels, stories, and historical romances, influencing generations of fantasy and horror authors.

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