Greatheart

Ethel M. Dell, a prolific British author, captivated readers with her romantic novels set during the British Raj and colonial era. Born in 1881 in Streatham, she began writing at a young age, contributing to popular magazines before publishing over 30 novels. Her work often featured themes of intense emotion and desire, leading some to critique her for being overly sexual. Dell's unique perspective on romance during a time of imperialism highlights the complexities of love in a colonial context, making her stories both entertaining and provocative.