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It has been 10 years since Juliette de Marny's father asked her to swear revenge upon Deroulede for the death of her brother in a duel. At last, she finds herself in Deroulede's house, with an easy opportunity to betray him to the citizens of France for conspiring against the people. But Juliette realizes, too late, that she is in love with Deroulede.

Discover the pioneering world of Lady Molly of Scotland Yard, a riveting collection of tales featuring Molly Robertson-Kirk, one of literatures earliest female detectives. Crafted by the brilliant Baroness Orczy, renowned creator of The Scarlet Pimpernel, this 1910 publication centers around a unique female sleuth who conquers crime with her intellect, not physical prowess. Lady Molly of Scotland Yard was not only a literary phenomenon, with three editions emerging in its debut year, but also a groundbreaking character, predating real life female detectives by a full decade. Immerse yourself ...

I Will Repay is the second novel in The Scarlet Pimpernel series, following a tale of revenge, love, and political intrigue during the French Revolution. When a noblewoman swears vengeance upon a man who unknowingly saved her, the Scarlet Pimpernel is drawn into a web of deception and danger.

The Laughing Cavalier: Ancestor of the Scarlet Pimpernel is a swashbuckling prequel to the Scarlet Pimpernel series. Set in 17th-century Holland, it follows a charming, witty adventurer who finds himself caught in a web of political intrigue, romance, and daring escapades.

The First Sir Percy continues the swashbuckling legacy of The Laughing Cavalier. Set in the Netherlands, this thrilling sequel follows Percy Blake, an ancestor of the Scarlet Pimpernel, as he navigates danger, intrigue, and heroism. A classic adventure of honor and daring.

Step into the intriguing world of Baroness Emma Orczy, a British novelist of Hungarian descent, renowned for her captivating tales, particularly the Scarlet Pimpernel series. Castles in the Air, published in 1921, offers a delightful glimpse into the life of a French rogue navigating early 19th-century Paris. This work can be seen as a collection of short stories, woven together by the charismatic and unscrupulous Ratichon, whose audacious exploits reveal a man of vanity and cunning. As Orczy writes in the foreword, he is an unblushing liar, thief, a forger—anything you will, yet he ...

The Elusive Pimpernel is a historical espionage novel. In September 1793 Frenchagent and chief spy-catcher Chauvelin journeys to England as an official representative of the French government tasked with looking after the interests of French citizens, but this is only a cover and his real task is to trick Sir Percy Blakeney into returning to France, where he can be apprehended and put to the guillotine.

The Triumph of the Scarlet Pimpernel is the thrilling final showdown between the daring Scarlet Pimpernel and his arch-nemesis, Chauvelin. Set during the last days of the French Revolution’s Reign of Terror, this dramatic tale is filled with intrigue, deception, and heroic rescues.

Lord Tony’s Wife is another thrilling installment in the Scarlet Pimpernel series, focusing on Lord Tony and his beloved Yvonne. When she is kidnapped by vengeful enemies, Tony seeks the help of the Scarlet Pimpernel to save her. Packed with intrigue, romance, and daring rescues, this novel is a must-read for fans of swashbuckling adventure.

In a thrilling tale of espionage and intrigue, a group of Russian anarchists kidnaps a prince in Vienna, setting off a series of unexpected consequences. As the Cardinal dOrsay prepares to transport hollow candlesticks from the Emperor to Princess Marionoff in St. Petersburg, two spies seize the opportunity to use them as secret message carriers into Russia. One is a passionate young idealist entangled in the conspiracy against the prince, while the other is the captivating Madame Demidoff, a cunning agent of the Tsar. When the candlesticks mysteriously vanish at the border, a race ensues for ...

Pimpernel and Rosemary continues the legacy of the Scarlet Pimpernel through his descendant, Peter Blakeney. Set against the backdrop of rising Nazi power in Hungary, this thrilling tale of spies, deception, and forbidden romance weaves together political intrigue and heroism in the fight against oppression.

In Bronze Eagle, a captivating romantic historical novel, we find ourselves swept away during the tumultuous period of Napoleons return and his desperate bid to reclaim his Empire. The story follows a wealthy English businessman who becomes entangled in a passionate romance with an aristocratic young woman, navigating a landscape filled with intrigue, obstacles, and unexpected challenges. - Summary by deongines

In a gripping confrontation, Dea Flavia, a daughter of the Cæsars, challenges the praefect Taurus Antinor over the fate of a young slave. With her piercing blue eyes, she questions the legality of a sale that she believes is still open to the highest bidder. Antinor, caught between the rigid laws of Rome and the compelling presence of the Augusta, finds himself retreating from arrogance to appeal to her sense of pity. As their exchange unfolds, the tension between duty and compassion becomes palpable, revealing the complexities of power, law, and humanity in ancient Rome.

La série relate les exploits d'un gentilhomme anglais, Sir Percy Blakeney, qui sauve de la guillotine un grand nombre d'aristocrates durant la Révolution française. D'un caractère apparemment nonchalant, distrait, Sir Percy n'est guère pris au sérieux par son entourage, et encore moins par ses ennemis potentiels. Ainsi cache-t-il d'autant mieux son jeu, puisque nul ne peut deviner que sous ce masque inoffensif se dissimule un héritier spirituel de Robin des Bois.

Set against the backdrop of the late 1500s during Spanish rule in the Netherlands, Leatherface weaves a captivating tale of romance and political intrigue in the city of Ghent. As an unwavering Orangist, Leatherface rises to rally the citizens in their quest for freedom, igniting a rebellion that will alter the course of their lives forever.

Set against the backdrop of Kent in 1657, this captivating historical novel delves into the life of a cunning local nobleman driven by greed and the innocent ward ensnared in his treacherous schemes. As the puritan influence and societal customs of the time shape their lives, the story unfolds with rich detail and compelling drama.

Step into the early 1700s of England with Beau Brocade, a captivating historical fiction that follows the daring adventures of Beau, a notorious highwayman. With a heart for the downtrodden, he robs the wealthy to uplift the impoverished. Join him on his thrilling escapades as he navigates the fine line between hero and outlaw. - Summary by Deon Gines

The Scarlet Pimpernel follows Sir Percy Blakeney, an English aristocrat who secretly leads a group dedicated to rescuing French nobles from the guillotine during the Reign of Terror. Disguised as the enigmatic Scarlet Pimpernel, he employs clever disguises and elaborate ruses to outsmart the revolutionary forces, particularly the ruthless Chauvelin. Meanwhile, his wife, Marguerite, an actress unwittingly caught up in the conflict, initially suspects him of treachery. As the story unfolds, themes of bravery, loyalty, and sacrifice emerge. The novel captures the tension between the aristocracy ...

Created by Baroness Orczy, author of the famous Scarlet Pimpernel series, The Old Man in the Corner was one of the earliest armchair detectives, popping up with so many others in the wake of the huge popularity of the Sherlock Holmes stories. The Old Man relies mostly upon sensationalistic "penny dreadful" newspaper accounts, with the occasional courtroom visit for extra laughs. He narrates all this information (while tying complicated knots in a piece of string) to a Lady Journalist who frequents the same tea-shop.

Nel 1792, Parigi è sconvolta dal regime del Terrore imposto dai giacobini. L'ultima speranza per la nobiltà francese sta nel misterioso eroe che organizza la spericolata evasione e il successivo espatrio dei condannati a morte armato solo della propria inventiva e utilizzando i più impensabili travestimenti: la Primula rossa, così chiamata perché ogni sua impresa è annunciata da un biglietto di sfida firmato con uno scarlatto simbolo floreale.