In the novel “The Lucky Man” we encounter an old plot that invariably arouses the sympathy of readers - the plot of Cinderella. Only here he refers not to a girl, but to a boy. This is an extraordinary story about how a little ragamuffin, abandoned, loved by no one, tortured by his own mother, but talented and charming, like an exotic flower, becomes a man, handsome, like a Greek god, and noble as a king. Guided by his lucky star, he goes through life, winning hearts, reaching heights and... suffering disaster. And yet, true to himself, he emerges victorious. Well, and then, as in a real fairy tale - and in real life - he marries a princess... The heroine of the novel "Friend of Humanity" - a young English widow, a woman of irresistible beauty and charm, having escaped from the provincial backwater, rushes in search of bright impressions and great love . Having gone through the crucible of life's trials, having experienced disappointments and failures, she and the other heroes of the book find their happiness in their homeland, among people who, at first glance, are insignificant, but in critical situations they reveal both talent and spiritual greatness. Both novels are not only entertaining in plot: their author shines with erudition and, while entertaining the reader, enriches him with a mass of interesting information. At the same time, the novels are easy and pleasant to read, thanks to Locke’s unique style - confidential and at the same time ironic, imbued with purely English humor.