Memoirs of Emma Courtney is a novel by Mary Hays, which tells the story of Emma’s tumultuous journey of love and suffering. Emma, a young woman of sociable and refined accomplishments, falls deeply in love with Edward and marries him secretly. When she learns of his poverty and low social standing, she is ostracized by her family and finds herself alone, struggling to reconcile her love for Edward with the demands of society.

The Beauty and the Bolshevist is a story about a young Russian woman who falls in love with a Bolshevik soldier during the Russian Revolution. Despite their opposing beliefs, they learn to respect and understand each other's perspectives. After the revolution, they must navigate the challenges of their new society while trying to hold on to their love.

The novel follows Miss Semaphore and her quest for rejuvenation, leading to humorous situations and misunderstandings. As she tries various methods, her eccentric family and society's expectations create uproarious chaos. In the end, Miss Semaphore learns to accept herself and embraces her age.