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Emmuska Orczy Orczy

    Barones Orczy was een Hongaars-Britse auteur die bekend stond om haar avontuurlijke verhalen. Haar schrijfstijl kenmerkt zich door een vlot tempo en meeslepende plots, vaak gesitueerd tegen historische achtergronden. Ze verkende thema's als moed, maatschappelijke verwachtingen en verzet tegen tirannie. Orczy's verhalen duiken vaak in morele dilemma's en de kracht van vastberadenheid ondanks tegenspoed.

    The Gates of Kamt
    Lord Tony's Wife: An Adventure of the Scarlet Pimpernel
    The Heart of a Woman
    The Elusive Pimpernel: A Romance
    Leatherface; a Tale of old Flanders
    The Laughing Cavalier
    • The Heart of a Woman

      • 338bladzijden
      • 12 uur lezen

      Follow the adventures of Lady Molly, a daring British spy who must outsmart her enemies while navigating the complex politics of early 20th century Europe. This thrilling historical romance, written by the author of the popular Scarlet Pimpernel series, is sure to captivate readers of all ages.

      The Heart of a Woman
    • The Gates of Kamt

      • 354bladzijden
      • 13 uur lezen

      In this book, the author of the Scarlet Pimpernel series tells the story of two young women who travel to Egypt to solve a mystery surrounding the ancient city of Kamt. Along the way, they encounter danger and adventure, and become entangled in a web of intrigue that threatens to destroy them both.

      The Gates of Kamt
    • Set during the final days of the Napoleonic Wars, this novel follows a family caught up in political intrigue and espionage. With themes of honor, duty, and sacrifice, The Bronze Eagle is a thrilling historical adventure that will appeal to fans of both romance and action.

      The Bronze Eagle: A Story of the Hundred Days
    • His Majesty's Well-Beloved

      An Episode In The Life Of Mr. Thomas Betterton As Told By His Friend John Honeywood (1919)

      • 320bladzijden
      • 12 uur lezen

      Set in 17th century England during King Charles II's reign, the narrative follows Mr. Thomas Betterton, a renowned actor and theatre manager, as recounted by his friend John Honeywood. The novel intricately weaves themes of loyalty, friendship, and the complexities of romantic relationships amid the intrigues of the royal court. Betterton's struggle to balance his personal and professional life highlights the political and social dynamics of the era, offering a rich portrayal of a captivating historical period.

      His Majesty's Well-Beloved