The Fire Opal (1911)

The Fire Opal is a novel written by Robert Fraser and published in 1911. The story is set in India during the British Raj era and revolves around the discovery of a rare and valuable fire opal. The protagonist of the story is a young British officer named Captain Lionel Dacre, who becomes enamored with the beautiful and mysterious Princess Yasmini, the owner of the opal.As the story unfolds, Captain Dacre becomes embroiled in a web of intrigue and danger as he tries to protect the opal from a variety of nefarious characters who seek to steal it for their own purposes. Along the way, he must navigate the complex political and social landscape of colonial India, facing challenges both from the British authorities and from the local population.The Fire Opal is a thrilling adventure story that combines elements of romance, mystery, and suspense. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of colonial India, with its exotic locales, colorful characters, and complex political dynamics. With its vivid descriptions and fast-paced plot, this novel is sure to captivate readers of all ages and interests.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.