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The Emperor's Candlesticks
Hardcover
Mystery & ThrillerRomanceHistorical Fiction
ISBN13: 9781023522816
Publisher: Anson Street Press
Published: Mar 29 2025
Pages: 128
Weight: 0.79
Height: 0.38 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Set against the backdrop of 19th-century Austria, Emmuska Orczy's The Emperor's Candlesticks weaves a captivating tale of romance, espionage, and aristocratic intrigue. This meticulously reproduced historical fiction classic plunges readers into a world of secrets and deception, where appearances can be deceiving and loyalty is a dangerous game. As Carnival celebrations mask clandestine operations, the novel explores themes of love and betrayal amidst the opulence of a bygone era. A compelling blend of historical detail and suspenseful plotting, this book offers a glimpse into a world where political machinations and personal desires collide. Readers who enjoy historical romance and classic tales of mystery will find themselves engrossed in this timeless story of passion and peril. Rediscover this enduring work of literature, a testament to Orczy's skill in crafting compelling narratives filled with memorable characters and evocative settings.
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