Joyce of the Jasmines

Philip Weld, a rich young fellow, has been laid low for the first time in his life with an attack of grippe that turns into crippling rheumatism. The Old Doctor, who attends him, at length invites him to his home to finish his recovery, since he has been occupying a hotel room during his stay in South Carolina. But there, in the beautiful old Southern home, is the Doctor's niece, Joyce.

I didn't like a certain lie Joyce told, and it did bring my rating down a bit. But, overall, an enjoyable piece of short vintage romance and a very pleasurable read.

*Content: language used toward black people which would now be considered offensive: “Darkey” etc.