I may if it comes in my way because I was somewhat surprised.

I had never thought of Mrs.
Edes as that sort of person.

However, so many novels are written nowadays, and some mighty queer ones are successful that I presume I should not be surprised.

Anybody in Fairbridge might be the author of a successful novel.

You might, Miss Eustace, for all I know." Annie said nothing.
"Perhaps you are," said Von Rosen.