""When Fools Rush In"" is a novel written by William Richard Hereford and published in 1913. The story follows the life of a young man named John Gildersleeve who is an aspiring writer. John is in love with a woman named Mary, but she is engaged to another man. Despite this, John cannot help but pursue Mary, and he becomes increasingly reckless in his pursuit of her. Along the way, John meets a number of colorful characters, including a wealthy businessman,...